How old was R. Lee Ermey in Dead Man Walking?

The age of a celebrity during a film’s production often sparks interest among fans. That detail can add a new layer of appreciation to their performance. We’re about to uncover that piece of the puzzle.

In the movie Dead Man Walking, R. Lee Ermey was:

50 years old

According to our findings, that was the correct age of the celebrity.

We calculated the age by referencing the first day of the year Dead Man Walking was launched:

January 1, 1995

And the date of birth of R. Lee Ermey, that is:

March 24, 1944

Because movies often premiere within a year of starting production, R. Lee Ermey might have been either one year younger or older while filming some scenes.