Happy birthday! Martin Landau turns 97 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on June 20, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 97 on Friday, Jun. 20, 2025.

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Martin Landau is celebrating his 97th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Martin Landau (Ed Wood, Mission: Impossible, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 97th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Landau, a cultural icon

Born in New York on June 20, 1928, Martin Landau's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Landau'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 Martin hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Martin Landau as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 97.

Happy Birthday, Martin, you're the best!