Celebrities born in 1929
18 celebrities turning 97 years old in 2026
Updated on October 15, 2026
Among the 18 celebrities born in 1929, 97 turn 2026 years old. They belong to the Silent Generation and, according to the Chinese zodiac, 1929 was mostly the Year of the Snake. The most popular right now are Jean Simmons, John Cassavetes and Max von Sydow. On average, the women are 1.64 m tall and the men 1.82 m.
The Full List, by Popularity
Jean Simmons† 80 years old · 1.63 m · ActressSpartacus#2
John Cassavetes† 59 years old · 1.70 m · Actor, DirectorA Woman Under the Influence#3
Max von Sydow† 90 years old · 1.92 m · ActorThe Seventh Seal#4
Ed Asner† 91 years old · 1.73 m · ActorLou Grant#5
Patricia Routledge97 years old · 1.65 m · Actress, SingerKeeping Up Appearances#6
David Doyle† 67 years old · ActorCharlie's Angels#7
Joan Plowright96 years old · 1.63 m · ActressEnchanted April#8
Amanda Blake† 60 years old · 1.68 m · ActressMiss Kitty Russell#9
Pierre Brice† 86 years old · 1.81 m · ActorWinnetou#10
Rebecca Schull97 years old · 1.68 m · ActressWings#11
Luigi Pistilli† 66 years old · ActorThe Good, the Bad and the Ugly#12
Don Murray† 94 years old · 1.88 m · ActorBus Stop#13
June Squibb96 years old · 1.55 m · ActressNebraska#14
Katherine Helmond† 89 years old · 1.57 m · ActressSoap#15
Anne Meara† 85 years old · 1.68 m · Actress, ComedianThe Ed Sullivan Show#16
John Woodvine97 years old · 1.85 m · ActorAn American Werewolf in London#17
John Nettleton† 94 years old · 1.83 m · ActorYes, Minister#18
Elizabeth Spriggs† 78 years old · 1.68 m · ActressSense and SensibilityHow tall are you? Compare yourself with each celebrity and save your favorites.
Create a free accountBorn in 1929: Quick Facts
Age in 2026: 97 years old · Generation: Silent Generation · Chinese zodiac: Snake
The most common zodiac sign among celebrities born in 1929 is Aquarius (4), followed by Scorpio (3).
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How old will those born in 1929 be in 2026?
They turn 97 years old. If their birthday has not yet come this year, they are still 96.
Which Chinese zodiac sign corresponds to 1929?
The Snake. The Chinese year begins between late January and mid-February, so anyone born in early January belongs to the sign of the previous year.
Which celebrities were born in 1929?
Among the best known are Jean Simmons, John Cassavetes, Max von Sydow, Ed Asner and Patricia Routledge.
Who is the tallest?
Max von Sydow, who stands 1.92 m tall. At the other end is June Squibb, at 1.55 m.