Happy birthday! Tommy Lee Jones turns 80 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary actor turns 80 on Tuesday, Sep. 15, 2026.

Tommy Lee Jones is celebrating his 80th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Tommy Lee Jones (Men in Black, The Fugitive, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 80th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Jones, a cultural icon

Born in San Saba on September 15, 1946, Tommy Lee Jones' career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Jones' 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 Tommy Lee hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Tommy Lee Jones as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 80.

Happy Birthday, Tommy Lee, you're the best!

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