Happy birthday! Patrick Dempsey turns 60 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary actor turns 60 on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026.

Patrick Dempsey is celebrating his 60th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Patrick Dempsey (Grey's Anatomy, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 60th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Dempsey, a cultural icon

Born Patrick Galen Dempsey in Lewiston on January 13, 1966, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Dempsey'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 Patrick hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Patrick Dempsey as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 60.

Happy Birthday, Patrick, you're the best!

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