Happy birthday! Stephen Collins turns 78 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary actor turns 78 on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025.

Stephen Collins 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 Stephen Collins (7th Heaven, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 78th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Collins, a cultural icon

Born Stephen Weaver Collins in Des Moines on October 1, 1947, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Collins' 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 Stephen hasn't done.

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

Happy Birthday, Stephen, you're the best!

Stephen Collins career in pictures

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