Happy birthday! Kenan Thompson turns 47 today

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Washington
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The iconic and legendary actor turns 47 on Saturday, May. 10, 2025.

Kenan Thompson is celebrating his 47th 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 47th 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 47.

Happy Birthday, Kenan, you're the best!

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