Happy birthday! Michael Richards turns 76 today

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Washington
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The iconic and legendary actor turns 76 on Thursday, Jul. 24, 2025.

Michael Richards is celebrating his 76th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-comedian-author-producer Michael Richards (Seinfeld, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 76th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Richards, a cultural icon

Born Michael Anthony Richards in Culver City on July 24, 1949, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Richards' 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 Richards as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 76.

Happy Birthday, Michael, you're the best!

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