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Born: 20 June 1952 · Age: 74
John Goodman is 74 years old as of October 2026. He was born on 20 June 1952.
Versatile American actor known for Roseanne and The Big Lebowski
Did you know?Before finding success in Hollywood, he worked as a bouncer and performed in children's theatre to make ends meet.
John Goodman can be warm, frightening or hilarious, often in the same film. He became a household name as a working-class dad on Roseanne. With the Coen brothers he found his most memorable roles, from the furious Walter in The Big Lebowski to a menacing salesman in Barton Fink. His rich voice made Sulley lovable for children. He has spoken about recovering from alcoholism. He remains one of the most reliable character actors in American film.
John Stephen Goodman (born June 20, 1952) is an American actor. He rose to prominence in television before becoming an acclaimed and popular film actor, with Vanity Fair calling him "among our very finest actors".
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American actor, born 1952
John Goodman was born in Affton on 20 June 1952.
He played Dan Conner in Roseanne.
He starred in The Big Lebowski for the Coen brothers.
He voiced Sulley in Monsters, Inc.
Career highlights
Did you know?He played college football before an injury turned him to drama.
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Last reviewed: October 2026