Happy birthday! Lakeith Stanfield turns 35 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary actor turns 35 on Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026.

Lakeith Stanfield is celebrating his 35th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-rapper Lakeith Stanfield (Death Note, Straight Outta Compton, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 35th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Stanfield, a cultural icon

Born in San Bernardino on August 12, 1991, Lakeith Stanfield's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Stanfield'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 Lakeith hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Lakeith Stanfield as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 35.

Happy Birthday, Lakeith, you're the best!

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