Clint Eastwood was 78 years old when Gran Torino was released in 2008.

Quick Scoop: How old was Clint Eastwood in Gran Torino?

Clint Eastwood was born on May 31, 1930, in San Francisco, California.

Gran Torino was released in 2008, which means Eastwood was 78 during the film’s release year (2008 − 1930 = 78).

So if you’ve ever watched Walt Kowalski growl “Get off my lawn” and wondered how old he actually was: he was a late‑70s Hollywood legend still acting and directing in the same project.

Fast facts

  • Clint Eastwood’s birthdate: May 31, 1930.
  • Gran Torino release year: 2008.
  • His age at that time: 78 years old.

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