Happy birthday! Robert Englund turns 78 today

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Washington
  • Last updated on

The iconic and legendary actor turns 78 on Friday, Jun. 6, 2025.

Robert Englund is celebrating his 78th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-singer-director Robert Englund (A Nightmare on Elm Street, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 78th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Englund, a cultural icon

Born Robert Barton Englund in Glendale on June 6, 1947, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Englund'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 Robert hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Robert Englund as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 78.

Happy Birthday, Robert, you're the best!

Robert Englund career in pictures

© 2025 MediaMass All rights reserved. Do not reproduce (even with permission).

Robert Englund: Recent News

 

page served in 0.048s (1,2)