Date of birth: April 24, 1964 (Age: 62 as of September 2026)
Full name: Djimon Gaston Hounsou
Born place: Cotonou, Dahomey
Height: 6’1.5’’ (186.7 cm)
Weight: 198 lbs (90 kg)
Hair color: Bald
Eye color: Dark Brown
Djimon Gaston Hounsou was born on April 24, 1964, in Cotonou, in what was then Dahomey and is now Benin. He moved to France as a teenager and began as a model before acting.
Hounsou has appeared in Amistad, Gladiator, Blood Diamond, In America and the Guardians of the Galaxy and Shazam! films. His performances have earned major award nominations, including two Oscar nominations.
The old article presented getting a particular body as the secret of his career. That unsupported framing was removed while his international film work was expanded.
Updated details
Biographical and career details were reviewed and the article text was updated on September 9, 2026. Historical measurements and past routine descriptions are identified as such.
