Happy birthday! Sam Elliott turns 82 today

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The iconic and legendary actor turns 82 on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026.
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Sam Elliott is celebrating his 82nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Sam Elliott (The Big Lebowski, Tombstone, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 82nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Elliott, a cultural icon

Born Samuel Pack Elliott in Sacramento on August 9, 1944, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Elliott'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 Sam hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Sam Elliott as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 82.

Happy Birthday, Sam, you're the best!

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