Happy birthday! William Hurt turns 75 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on March 20, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 75 on Thursday, Mar. 20, 2025.

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William Hurt is celebrating his 75th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor William Hurt (The Incredible Hulk, Children of a Lesser God, Kiss of the Spider Woman, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 75th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Hurt, a cultural icon

Born William McChord Hurt in Washington, D.C. on March 20, 1950, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Hurt'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 William hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for William Hurt as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 75.

Happy Birthday, William, you're the best!