Happy birthday! Scott Glenn turns 85 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on January 26, 2026

The iconic and legendary actor turns 85 on Monday, Jan. 26, 2026.

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Scott Glenn is celebrating his 85th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Scott Glenn (The Bourne Legacy, Sucker Punch, Training Day, The Silence of the Lambs, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 85th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Glenn, a cultural icon

Born Theodore Scott Glenn in Pittsburgh on January 26, 1941, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Glenn'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 Scott hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Scott Glenn as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 85.

Happy Birthday, Scott, you're the best!