Happy birthday! Stephen King turns 79 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on September 21, 2026

The iconic and legendary author turns 79 on Monday, Sep. 21, 2026.

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‘The Dark Tower’ author Stephen King is celebrating his 79th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed authors of his generation.

Popular author Stephen King has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 79th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

King, a cultural icon

Born Stephen Edwin King in Portland on September 21, 1947, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. King's not just a great author, 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 King as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 79.

Happy Birthday, Stephen, you're the best!