Happy birthday! Jussie Smollett turns 43 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on June 21, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 43 on Saturday, Jun. 21, 2025.

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Jussie Smollett is celebrating his 43rd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-singer-photographer Jussie Smollett (Alien: Covenant, On Our Own, Empire, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 43rd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Smollett, a cultural icon

Born in Santa Rosa on June 21, 1982, Jussie Smollett's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Smollett'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 Jussie hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Jussie Smollett as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 43.

Happy Birthday, Jussie, you're the best!