Happy birthday! Richard Belzer turns 81 today

The iconic and legendary actor turns 81 on Monday, Aug. 4, 2025.

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Richard Belzer is celebrating his 81st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-comedian-author Richard Belzer (Homicide: Life on the Street, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 81st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Belzer, a cultural icon

Born Richard Jay Belzer in Bridgeport on August 4, 1944, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Belzer'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 Richard hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Richard Belzer as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 81.

Happy Birthday, Richard, you're the best!

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