Happy birthday! Randy Quaid turns 75 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on October 1, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 75 on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025.

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Randy Quaid is celebrating his 75th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Randy Quaid (Brokeback Mountain, Independence Day, National Lampoon's Vacation, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 75th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Quaid, a cultural icon

Born Randall Rudy Quaid in Houston on October 1, 1950, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Quaid'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 Randy hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Randy Quaid as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 75.

Happy Birthday, Randy, you're the best!