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Woody Allen
Woody Allen was born on November 30, 1935 in Brooklyn, New York. He began selling jokes to newspaper columnists the year he turned 17, and directed his first feature film the year he turned 34.
Woody Allen was born in 1935 and is currently 90 years old. Anyone born before 1935 is older than Woody.
Woody Allen is 90 years old in 2026, born on November 30, 1935 in Brooklyn, New York (Sagittarius).
Woody Allen is 90 years old in 2026 and turns 91 on November 30, 2026. Woody Allen's age in every year ↓
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November 30, 1935
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Woody's age
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Woody's Life Timeline
Woody Allen was born on December 1, 1935, in Brooklyn, New York. He grew up in a Jewish family and showed an early interest in writing and performing. After graduating from high school, he began working as a comedy writer for television, which laid the groundwork for his future career in film.
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Allen's career took off in the 1960s when he transitioned from television to film. He wrote and directed his first feature film, 'Take the Money and Run,' in 1969, which showcased his unique comedic style. He gained widespread acclaim with the release of 'Annie Hall' in 1977, which won four Academy Awards, including Best Picture. Over the decades, he continued to produce a prolific body of work, including classics such as 'Manhattan,' 'Hannah and Her Sisters,' and 'Midnight in Paris.'
In his later life, Woody Allen has remained a significant figure in the film industry, continuing to write and direct films into his 80s. His contributions to cinema have left a lasting impact, influencing generations of filmmakers. Despite controversies surrounding his personal life, his work is celebrated for its wit, depth, and exploration of complex themes.
Began selling jokes to newspaper columnists
Woody Allen started selling one-liners to newspaper columnists at age 16, earning more than many adults in the neighborhood. He spent nearly two decades as a comedy writer before directing his first film at 34.
Woody Allen turned 17 in 1952, the year he began selling jokes to newspaper columnists. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Directed his first feature film
Woody Allen was 34 years old when he directed his first feature film, 'Take the Money and Run.' This film marked his transition from television comedy to filmmaking and established his distinctive comedic voice.
Woody Allen turned 34 in 1969, the year he directed his first feature film. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Directed 'Take the Money and Run'
Woody Allen directed 'Take the Money and Run', his first major directorial effort, a mockumentary comedy about an incompetent criminal that established his signature comedic style.
Woody Allen turned 34 in 1969, the year he directed 'Take the Money and Run'. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Directed 'Bananas'
Woody Allen directed 'Bananas', a slapstick political satire about an unlikely revolutionary in a fictional Latin American country, showcasing his early comedic brilliance.
Woody Allen turned 36 in 1971, the year he directed 'Bananas'. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Directed 'Sleeper'
Woody Allen directed 'Sleeper', a futuristic comedy about a man who wakes up 200 years in the future, blending science fiction with his trademark humor.
Woody Allen turned 38 in 1973, the year he directed 'Sleeper'. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won the Academy Award for Best Picture
Woody Allen was 42 years old when he won the Academy Award for Best Picture for 'Annie Hall.' This film is often regarded as one of the greatest romantic comedies of all time and solidified his status as a leading filmmaker.
Woody Allen turned 42 in 1977, the year he won the Academy Award for Best Picture. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won the Academy Award for Best Director
Woody Allen was 42 years old when he won the Academy Award for Best Director for 'Annie Hall.' This recognition highlighted his skill in blending humor with poignant storytelling.
Woody Allen turned 42 in 1977, the year he won the Academy Award for Best Director. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won Academy Award for 'Annie Hall'
Woody Allen directed 'Annie Hall', a romantic comedy that revolutionized the genre and won four Academy Awards including Best Picture and Best Director.
Woody Allen turned 42 in 1977, the year he won Academy Award for 'Annie Hall'. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay
Woody Allen was 43 years old when he won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for 'Annie Hall.' This achievement underscored his talent for crafting innovative and engaging narratives.
Woody Allen turned 43 in 1978, the year he won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Directed 'Manhattan'
Woody Allen directed 'Manhattan', a love letter to New York City shot in stunning black-and-white, widely considered one of the greatest films of the 1970s.
Woody Allen turned 44 in 1979, the year he directed 'Manhattan'. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won Academy Award for 'Hannah and Her Sisters'
Woody Allen directed 'Hannah and Her Sisters', an ensemble drama that won three Academy Awards. Allen won for Best Original Screenplay.
Woody Allen turned 51 in 1986, the year he won Academy Award for 'Hannah and Her Sisters'. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released 'Crimes and Misdemeanors'
Woody Allen was 54 years old when he released 'Crimes and Misdemeanors.' The film received critical acclaim and was nominated for several Academy Awards, showcasing his ability to tackle complex moral dilemmas.
Woody Allen turned 54 in 1989, the year he released 'Crimes and Misdemeanors'. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released 'You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger'
Woody Allen was 75 years old when he released 'You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger.' This film continued his tradition of exploring themes of love and existential angst, further demonstrating his enduring relevance in cinema.
Woody Allen turned 75 in 2010, the year he released 'You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger'. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won Academy Award for 'Midnight in Paris'
Woody Allen directed 'Midnight in Paris', a romantic fantasy about a writer who travels back to 1920s Paris, winning the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay.
Woody Allen turned 76 in 2011, the year he won Academy Award for 'Midnight in Paris'. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Directed 'Blue Jasmine'
Woody Allen directed 'Blue Jasmine', a drama starring Cate Blanchett in an Oscar-winning performance as a socialite dealing with financial and personal ruin.
Woody Allen turned 78 in 2013, the year he directed 'Blue Jasmine'. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Published his memoir
Woody Allen was 86 years old when he published his memoir, 'Apropos of Nothing.' The book provides insights into his life and career, reflecting on his experiences in the film industry and personal life.
Woody Allen turned 86 in 2021, the year he published his memoir. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by year
How old was Woody Allen in each year?
- 2026
- Woody Allen is 90 years old in 2026 and turns 91 on November 30, 2026.
- 1952
- Woody Allen was 16 at the start of 1952 and turned 17 on November 30, 1952. That year, he began selling jokes to newspaper columnists.
- 1969
- Woody Allen was 33 at the start of 1969 and turned 34 on November 30, 1969. That year, he directed his first feature film.
- 1971
- Woody Allen was 35 at the start of 1971 and turned 36 on November 30, 1971. That year, he directed 'Bananas'.
- 1973
- Woody Allen was 37 at the start of 1973 and turned 38 on November 30, 1973. That year, he directed 'Sleeper'.
- 1977
- Woody Allen was 41 at the start of 1977 and turned 42 on November 30, 1977. That year, he won the Academy Award for Best Picture.
- 1978
- Woody Allen was 42 at the start of 1978 and turned 43 on November 30, 1978. That year, he won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay.
- 1979
- Woody Allen was 43 at the start of 1979 and turned 44 on November 30, 1979. That year, he directed 'Manhattan'.
- 1986
- Woody Allen was 50 at the start of 1986 and turned 51 on November 30, 1986. That year, he won Academy Award for 'Hannah and Her Sisters'.
- 1989
- Woody Allen was 53 at the start of 1989 and turned 54 on November 30, 1989. That year, he released 'Crimes and Misdemeanors'.
- 2010
- Woody Allen was 74 at the start of 2010 and turned 75 on November 30, 2010. That year, he released 'You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger'.
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