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Actor
Henry Fonda
American actor (1905 to 1982)
Henry Fonda was born on May 16, 1905 and died on August 12, 1982, aged 77.
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Henry’s birthday, by the numbers
- Henry Fonda was born on a Tuesday.
- Henry Fonda would have turned 121 in 2026.
- Half birthday: November 16. Birthstone: Emerald.
- Henry Fonda belongs to Born before 1946, the stars born before the Baby Boom.
Age gaps
- When Henry Fonda was born, Marlene Dietrich was 3. Compare
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Frequently asked questions
When was Henry Fonda born?
Henry Fonda was born on May 16, 1905 and died on August 12, 1982, aged 77.
What is Henry Fonda’s zodiac sign?
Taurus, born May 16.