Happy birthday! Peter Gallagher turns 71 today

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Washington
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The iconic and legendary actor turns 71 on Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026.

Peter Gallagher is celebrating his 71st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Peter Gallagher (Covert Affairs, The O.C., American Beauty, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 71st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Gallagher, a cultural icon

Born Peter Killian Gallagher in New York on August 19, 1955, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Gallagher'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 Peter hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Peter Gallagher as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 71.

Happy Birthday, Peter, you're the best!

Peter Gallagher career in pictures

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