Happy birthday! Justin Hartley turns 49 today

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Washington
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The iconic and legendary actor turns 49 on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026.

Justin Hartley is celebrating his 49th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-author-director Justin Hartley (Emily Owens, M.D., Smallville, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 49th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Hartley, a cultural icon

Born Justin Scott Hartley in Knoxville on January 29, 1977, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Hartley'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 Justin hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Justin Hartley as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 49.

Happy Birthday, Justin, you're the best!

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