2025 marks a special year for those born in 1960—many are reaching the milestone age of 65. From Hollywood stars to legendary musicians, world-class athletes, and influential innovators, this year’s “Class of ’60” has left its mark across entertainment, sports, and beyond.
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Trailblazers and Innovators
2025 sees influential figures in business, technology, and the arts reaching this milestone. Apple CEO Tim Cook, motivational speaker Tony Robbins, filmmaker Richard Linklater, computer scientist Jaron Lanier, and manga artist Hirohiko Araki will all turn 65, marking decades of impact in their respective fields.
Spotlight on Hollywood
Movie and television fans will recognize a number of familiar faces turning 65 this year. Julianne Moore, acclaimed for Still Alice and Boogie Nights, and Stanley Tucci, known for The Devil Wears Prada and The Hunger Games—as well as his engaging food and travel series—join this distinguished group. Other notable actors include Jane Lynch (Glee), James Spader (The Blacklist), Jennifer Grey (Dirty Dancing), Antonio Banderas (The Mask of Zorro), Damon Wayans (In Living Color), Valerie Bertinelli (One Day at a Time), John Schneider (The Dukes of Hazzard), Kevin Anderson (Hoffa), and Kristin Scott Thomas (The English Patient).
Music Legends
Music lovers will celebrate icons born in 1960, including RuPaul Charles, known worldwide for RuPaul’s Drag Race, and Amy Grant, affectionately called “The Queen of Christian Pop.” Michael Stipe, lead singer of R.E.M., and Nena, famed for the 1980s hit “99 Luftballons,” also join the ranks. U2’s Bono and Adam Clayton, classical crossover soprano Sarah Brightman, Duran Duran’s John Taylor, guitarist Steve Vai, Simply Red’s Mick Hucknall, and XTC’s Colin Moulding round out this remarkable musical cohort.
Sports Stars
Athletes born in 1960 have also made history. Former NFL quarterback John Elway, Olympic diver Greg Louganis, tennis legend Ivan Lendl, and baseball star Joe Carter, who famously won two World Series, will all celebrate their 65th birthdays. International athletes include Finnish ice hockey player Jari Kurri and French tennis sensation Yannick Noah.
As these prominent individuals celebrate turning 65, they remind us that age is just a number—and that milestones are moments to reflect, celebrate, and continue making an impact in the world.