Happy birthday! Jesse Williams turns 44 today

The iconic and legendary actor turns 44 on Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025.

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Jesse Williams is celebrating his 44th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-model Jesse Williams (Grey's Anatomy, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 44th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Williams, a cultural icon

Born in Chicago on August 5, 1981, Jesse Williams' career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Williams' not just a great actor, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Jesse hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Jesse Williams as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 44.

Happy Birthday, Jesse, you're the best!

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