See Bruce Dern’s then-and-now transformation as ’70s icon and Laura Dern’s dad turns 90
Bruce Dern turned 90 on June 4, and the star has been in the entertainment industry for over six decades. He is also a doting father to actress Laura Dern, whom he welcomed into the world with ex-wife Diane Ladd in 1967. The actor’s new documentary titled Densie: The Amazing Life of Bruce Dern, premiered at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival last month, and it showcased the star’s successful career and fulfilling life. In celebration of Bruce’s big day, we’re delving into his life, then and now, below. Bruce’s early beginnings © Getty Images Bruce initially hoped to become a track star when he was on the track team at New Trier High School. After graduating, he attended the University of Pennsylvania, however he called it quits after two years, and next, he fully committed to his budding acting career instead. He studied at the prestigious Actors Studio in New York City, and ended up making his Broadway debut in Sweet Bird of Youth in the ’50s. © Getty Images In the ’60s, he appeared in Hush…Hush, …
