Happy birthday! John Wesley Shipp turns 71 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary actor turns 71 on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026.

John Wesley Shipp is celebrating his 71st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor John Wesley Shipp (As the World Turns, Dawson's Creek, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 71st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Shipp, a cultural icon

Born in Norfolk on January 22, 1955, John Wesley Shipp's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Shipp'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 John Wesley hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for John Wesley Shipp as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 71.

Happy Birthday, John Wesley, you're the best!

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