Happy birthday! Will Thompson turns 43 today

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The iconic and legendary actor turns 43 on Thursday, May. 28, 2026.
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Will Thompson is celebrating his 43rd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-producer-author Will Thompson (The Dilemma, Chicago Fire, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 43rd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Thompson, a cultural icon

Born Willie Arnold Thompson in Chicago on May 28, 1983, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Thompson'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 Will hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Will Thompson as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 43.

Happy Birthday, Will, you're the best!

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