Legendary actor Jamie Farr, best known for his unforgettable role as Corporal Klinger on MASH, is celebrating his 90th birthday today – and yes, he’s still a national treasure.*
📍Born Jamil Farrah in Toledo, Ohio, Jamie’s journey from Midwestern kid to TV icon is one for the books. But let’s be real – the moment you hear “Jamie Farr,” you probably picture a soldier in a dress, trying every wild scheme in the book to get a Section 8 discharge.
And honestly? Klinger owned it.
From leopard print numbers to full bridal gowns, Corporal Maxwell Q. Klinger gave us chaos, comedy, and just the right amount of heart. Jamie brought that character to life in a way no one else could, blending absurdity with vulnerability – all against the gritty backdrop of a wartime surgical unit. Not exactly light stuff, but somehow he made it feel human, hilarious, and weirdly hopeful.
🎭 Before MASH*, Jamie had small parts in TV and film (you might’ve spotted him in The Blackboard Jungle or The Cannonball Run). But it was MASH* – which ran for 11 seasons from 1972 to 1983 – that turned him into a household name. The show’s final episode is still one of the most-watched broadcasts in US history.
And guess what? Jamie stayed with the series for the entire ride – starting as a guest star and ending as a main cast member.
But he’s more than just a sitcom icon. Farr’s proud of his Lebanese heritage, never forgot his Toledo roots, and even has a golf tournament named after him – The Jamie Farr Classic. Talk about giving back.
🎉 So here’s to you, Jamie. 90 years young, and still making the world smile with every Klinger clip we stumble on. Whether you’re rocking heels and a feather boa or a crisp army uniform, you’re a legend.
Happy birthday, mate. 🥂
