Happy birthday! Jerry Seinfeld turns 72 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary comedian turns 72 on Wednesday, Apr. 29, 2026.

‘Seinfeld’ creator Jerry Seinfeld is celebrating his 72nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed comedians of his generation.

Popular comedian-actor-author Jerry Seinfeld has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 72nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Seinfeld, a cultural icon

Born Jerome Allen Seinfeld in New York on April 29, 1954, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Seinfeld's not just a great comedian, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Jerry hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Jerry Seinfeld as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 72.

Happy Birthday, Jerry, you're the best!

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