Happy birthday! Michael Douglas turns 81 today

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Washington
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The iconic and legendary actor turns 81 on Thursday, Sep. 25, 2025.

Michael Douglas is celebrating his 81st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-producer Michael Douglas (Wonder Boys, Wall Street, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 81st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Douglas, a cultural icon

Born in New Brunswick on September 25, 1944, Michael Douglas' career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Douglas' 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 Michael hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Michael Douglas as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 81.

Happy Birthday, Michael, you're the best!

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