Happy birthday! Kenan Thompson turns 48 today

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Washington
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The iconic and legendary actor turns 48 on Sunday, May. 10, 2026.

Kenan Thompson is celebrating his 48th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-comedian Kenan Thompson (Saturday Night Live, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 48th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Thompson, a cultural icon

Born in Atlanta on May 10, 1978, Kenan Thompson's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Thompson'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 Kenan hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Kenan Thompson as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 48.

Happy Birthday, Kenan, you're the best!

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