How old is Kevin James?

Kevin James is 60 years old (born April 26, 1965).

Is Kevin James still alive?

Yes, Kevin James is still alive as of 2026, aged 60.

Where is Kevin James from?

Kevin James is from Mineola, New York, USA, United States.

What generation is Kevin James?

Kevin James is a Generation X, born in 1965.

Kevin James

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Kevin James has spent 42 years building a distinguished career as a Actor in American.

Kevin James (born April 26, 1965) is an American playwright, actor, writer, and producer. He is widely known for playing Doug Heffernan on the CBS sitcom The King of Queens. He is also known for his lead roles in the comedy films I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry, Paul Blart: Mall Cop, Grown Ups, The Dilemma, and Zookeeper. He hosted the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards on March 27, 2010.

"Kevin James's defining career moment came with his starring role as Doug Heffernan in the hit CBS sitcom "The King of Queens." — About Kevin James

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Born

Years in career42 years active

April 26th, 1965

Birthplace

Mineola, New York, USA

Known for

🎭 Actor

Nationality

United States

Generation

Generation X

Career

42 years

Region

North America

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How Kevin James compares to other Actors

🎂Kevin James is 7 years older than the average Actor

Metric	Kevin James	Avg Actor	Difference
Age	60	53	+7 yrs
Career length	42 yrs	~35 yrs	+7 yrs
Based on 4322 Actor profiles in our database

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Facts about Kevin James

Did you know?

Did you know that despite his success in comedy, Kevin James initially pursued a career in sports, playing college football before discovering stand-up comedy?

5 Lesser-known facts

His birth name is Kevin George Knipfing.
He wrestled on the same high school team as future WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley (Mankind).
Before acting, he attended SUNY Cortland, playing halfback for their football team.
His older brother, Gary Valentine, is also a comedian and actor, known for playing his cousin Danny on "The King of Queens."
He made his first TV appearance as Doug Heffernan on "Everybody Loves Raymond" in a crossover episode.

Career highlight

Kevin James's defining career moment came with his starring role as Doug Heffernan in the hit CBS sitcom "The King of Queens." Running for nine seasons, the show solidified his comedic persona and made him a household name, creating a beloved character that resonated with audiences for nearly a decade.

Legacy

Kevin James's legacy is built on his portrayal of the lovable, relatable everyman, making him a staple of family-friendly comedy across television and film. His consistent comedic style has brought laughter to millions.