John Lithgow is in the headlines after his victory at the Tony Awards 2026. The actor won in the category of Best Lead Actor for his performance in the play, Giant. John’s win has specifically grabbed a lot of attention as he is the oldest man ever to win a Tony Award. For the unversed, John is 80 years old. This is also his third victory at the event after he won the same award in 1973 and 2002.
John has built a fan base over the years with his roles in films and TV shows like Footloose, Rise of the Planet of the Apes, 3rd Rock from the Sun, The Old Man, and more. Outside the entertainment industry, John has been a father of three children, including his two sons, Ian and Nathan. Ian is the most famous son of John, and Nathan has been out of the spotlight for all these years. Keep reading to know more about Ian!
Ian Lithgow has been appearing in various films and TV shows
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