Happy birthday! Richard Dean Anderson turns 75 today

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Washington
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The iconic and legendary actor turns 75 on Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025.

Richard Dean Anderson 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 Richard Dean Anderson (Stargate SG-1, MacGyver, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 75th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Anderson, a cultural icon

Born in Minneapolis on January 23, 1950, Richard Dean Anderson's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Anderson'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 Dean hasn't done.

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

Happy Birthday, Richard Dean, you're the best!

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