Happy birthday! Jim Norton turns 88 today

The iconic and legendary actor turns 88 on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026.

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Jim Norton is celebrating his 88th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Jim Norton (The Boy, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 88th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Norton, a cultural icon

Born in Dublin on January 4, 1938, Jim Norton's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Irish history. Norton's 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 Jim hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Jim Norton as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 88.

Happy Birthday, Jim, you're the best!

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