Happy birthday! Terry Gilliam turns 85 today

By Lori Macatee
London
Last updated on November 22, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 85 on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025.

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Terry Gilliam 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-director-cartoonist Terry Gilliam (The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus, 12 Monkeys, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 85th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Gilliam, a cultural icon

Born Terrence Vance Gilliam in Medicine Lake on November 22, 1940, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in British history. Gilliam'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 Terry hasn't done.

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

Happy Birthday, Terry, you're the best!