Happy birthday! Michael Keaton turns 74 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on September 5, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 74 on Friday, Sep. 5, 2025.

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Michael Keaton is celebrating his 74th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Michael Keaton (Birdman, Batman, Beetlejuice, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 74th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Keaton, a cultural icon

Born Michael John Douglas in Coraopolis on September 5, 1951, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Keaton'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 Michael hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Michael Keaton as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 74.

Happy Birthday, Michael, you're the best!