Happy birthday! Kurtwood Smith turns 83 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary actor turns 83 on Friday, Jul. 3, 2026.

Kurtwood Smith is celebrating his 83rd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Kurtwood Smith (That '70s Show, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 83rd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Smith, a cultural icon

Born Kurtwood Larson Smith in New Lisbon on July 3, 1943, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Smith'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 Kurtwood hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Kurtwood Smith as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 83.

Happy Birthday, Kurtwood, you're the best!

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