Actor
Kevin Spacey
Kevin Spacey was born on July 26, 1959 in South Orange, New Jersey. He made his Broadway debut at age 22 and starred in Glengarry Glen Ross at 33.
Kevin Spacey was born in 1959 and is currently 67 years old. Anyone born before 1959 is older than Kevin.
Born
July 26, 1959
South Orange, New Jersey
World pop: ~3B
Kevin's age
67
Your age
20
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Kevin's Life Timeline
Kevin Spacey was born on July 26, 1959, in South Orange, New Jersey. He grew up in a creative household, where his father was a technical writer and his mother was a secretary. Spacey's interest in acting began in high school, where he participated in various school plays, eventually leading him to pursue a career in the performing arts.
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Spacey made his film debut in 1995 with a role in 'Seven,' which garnered him critical acclaim. He gained widespread recognition for his performances in 'The Usual Suspects' (1995) and 'American Beauty' (1999), both of which earned him Academy Awards for Best Supporting Actor and Best Actor, respectively. Throughout his career, he has also received accolades for his work in theater and television, including his role in the Netflix series 'House of Cards,' which further solidified his status as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.
Despite facing controversies in later years, Kevin Spacey remains a significant figure in Hollywood. His contributions to film and theater have left a lasting impact, and he continues to be recognized for his talent and versatility as an actor. Spacey's career has spanned several decades, and he has been involved in various charitable efforts, including supporting the arts and education initiatives.
Made his Broadway debut
Kevin Spacey made his Broadway debut at 22 in a small role in Henrik Ibsen's Ghosts. He spent over a decade in theater and small film roles before winning his first Oscar at 36.
Kevin Spacey was 22 years old when he made his Broadway debut in 1981. Are you older than Kevin was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in Glengarry Glen Ross
Kevin Spacey starred in the film adaptation of David Mamet's 'Glengarry Glen Ross,' alongside Al Pacino and Jack Lemmon.
Kevin Spacey was 33 years old when he starred in Glengarry Glen Ross in 1992. Are you older than Kevin was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor
Kevin Spacey was 36 years old when he won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in 'The Usual Suspects.' This film was pivotal in establishing him as a leading actor in Hollywood.
Kevin Spacey was 36 years old when he won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor in 1995. Are you older than Kevin was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in Se7en
Kevin Spacey starred as the chilling John Doe in David Fincher's thriller 'Se7en,' opposite Brad Pitt and Morgan Freeman.
Kevin Spacey was 36 years old when he starred in Se7en in 1995. Are you older than Kevin was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in L.A. Confidential
Kevin Spacey starred in 'L.A. Confidential,' the neo-noir crime film set in 1950s Los Angeles that was nominated for nine Academy Awards.
Kevin Spacey was 38 years old when he starred in L.A. Confidential in 1997. Are you older than Kevin was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won the Academy Award for Best Actor
Kevin Spacey was 40 years old when he won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance in 'American Beauty.' This film received critical acclaim and is considered one of the defining films of the late 1990s.
Kevin Spacey was 40 years old when he won the Academy Award for Best Actor in 1999. Are you older than Kevin was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Founded the Kevin Spacey Foundation
Kevin Spacey was 41 years old when he founded the Kevin Spacey Foundation.
Kevin Spacey was 41 years old when he founded the Kevin Spacey Foundation in 2000. Are you older than Kevin was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in the film 'K-PAX'
Kevin Spacey was 42 years old when he starred in the film 'K-PAX.' His performance as a man claiming to be an alien was well-received and showcased his range as an actor.
Kevin Spacey was 42 years old when he starred in the film 'K-PAX' in 2001. Are you older than Kevin was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Became a prominent figure in television with 'House of Cards'
Kevin Spacey was 45 years old when he became a prominent figure in television with the series 'House of Cards.' His role as Frank Underwood earned him critical acclaim and several award nominations.
Kevin Spacey was 45 years old when he became a prominent figure in television with 'House of Cards' in 2004. Are you older than Kevin was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in House of Cards
Kevin Spacey starred as Frank Underwood in Netflix's 'House of Cards,' one of the first major original streaming series that changed the television landscape.
Kevin Spacey was 54 years old when he starred in House of Cards in 2013. Are you older than Kevin was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Kevin Spacey was 58 years old when he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Kevin Spacey was 58 years old when he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2017. Are you older than Kevin was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by Year
| Year | Age | Notable Event |
|---|---|---|
| 1959 | 0 | |
| 1960 | 1 | |
| 1961 | 2 | |
| 1962 | 3 | |
| 1963 | 4 | |
| 1964 | 5 | |
| 1965 | 6 | |
| 1966 | 7 | |
| 1967 | 8 | |
| 1968 | 9 | |
| 1969 | 10 | |
| 1970 | 11 | |
| 1971 | 12 | |
| 1972 | 13 | |
| 1973 | 14 | |
| 1974 | 15 | |
| 1975 | 16 | |
| 1976 | 17 | |
| 1977 | 18 | |
| 1978 | 19 | |
| 1979 | 20 | |
| 1980 | 21 | |
| 1981 | 22 | made his Broadway debut |
| 1982 | 23 | |
| 1983 | 24 | |
| 1984 | 25 | |
| 1985 | 26 | |
| 1986 | 27 | |
| 1987 | 28 | |
| 1988 | 29 | |
| 1989 | 30 | |
| 1990 | 31 | |
| 1991 | 32 | |
| 1992 | 33 | starred in Glengarry Glen Ross |
| 1993 | 34 | |
| 1994 | 35 | |
| 1995 | 36 | won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor |
| 1996 | 37 | |
| 1997 | 38 | starred in L.A. Confidential |
| 1998 | 39 | |
| 1999 | 40 | won the Academy Award for Best Actor |
| 2000 | 41 | founded the Kevin Spacey Foundation |
| 2001 | 42 | starred in the film 'K-PAX' |
| 2002 | 43 | |
| 2003 | 44 | |
| 2004 | 45 | became a prominent figure in television with 'House of Cards' |
| 2005 | 46 | |
| 2006 | 47 | |
| 2007 | 48 | |
| 2008 | 49 | |
| 2009 | 50 | |
| 2010 | 51 | |
| 2011 | 52 | |
| 2012 | 53 | |
| 2013 | 54 | starred in House of Cards |
| 2014 | 55 | |
| 2015 | 56 | |
| 2016 | 57 | |
| 2017 | 58 | received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame |
| 2018 | 59 | |
| 2019 | 60 | |
| 2020 | 61 | |
| 2021 | 62 | |
| 2022 | 63 | |
| 2023 | 64 | |
| 2024 | 65 | |
| 2025 | 66 | |
| 2026 | 67 |
