Happy birthday! Shea Whigham turns 57 today

The iconic and legendary actor turns 57 on Monday, Jan. 5, 2026.

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Shea Whigham is celebrating his 57th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Shea Whigham (Kong: Skull Island, Boardwalk Empire, American Hustle, Silver Linings Playbook, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 57th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Whigham, a cultural icon

Born Franklin Shea Whigham, Jr. in Tallahassee on January 5, 1969, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Whigham'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 Shea hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Shea Whigham as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 57.

Happy Birthday, Shea, you're the best!

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