Nick Nolte has nearly six decades in Hollywood under his belt. The three-time Oscar nominee, who turns 85 on Feb. 8, 2026, has starred opposite the likes of Katharine Hepburn, Barbra Streisand, Sissy ...

Nick Nolte Turns 85 Today! See the Actor's Life in Photos — from Young, Acclaimed Actor to Father of 2

Nick Nolte was born in Omaha, Nebraska and began his career on stage at the Pasadena Playhouse and in regional theatre productions. His breakthrough role was in the TV miniseries Rich Man, Poor Man (1976), playing the role of "Tom/Tommy Jordache".

Nick Nolte was once one of Hollywood's most acclaimed leading men. So, why don't we hear much from him anymore?

Nick Nolte (born , Omaha, Nebraska, U.S.) is an American actor known for playing dysfunctional leading roles, often cast as characters with tough exteriors and secret complex sensitivities.

Nick Nolte, who turns 85 on Feb. 8, 2026, is a Golden Globe winner and former PEOPLE Sexiest Man Alive. See the acclaimed actor's life and career in photos, from his early days to his life now

Nick Nolte's Life in Photos: From Young Acclaimed Actor to Father of 2

Appearing as a charismatic secondary character in a Star Wars show is how young audiences got to know Nick Nolte, but the actor was acclaimed in the past for his roles in The Prince of the Tides and Affliction.

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