Happy birthday! Shea Whigham turns 55 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on January 5, 2024

The iconic and legendary actor turns 55 on Friday, Jan. 5, 2024.

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Shea Whigham is celebrating his 55th 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 55th 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 55.

Happy Birthday, Shea, you're the best!