Happy birthday! Adrian Lyne turns 85 today

By Lori Macatee
London
Last updated on March 4, 2026

The iconic and legendary director turns 85 on Wednesday, Mar. 4, 2026.

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Adrian Lyne is celebrating his 85th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed directors of his generation.

Popular director Adrian Lyne (Indecent Proposal, Fatal Attraction, 9½ Weeks, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 85th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Lyne, a cultural icon

Born in Peterborough on March 4, 1941, Adrian Lyne's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in English history. Lyne's not just a great director, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Adrian hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Adrian Lyne as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 85.

Happy Birthday, Adrian, you're the best!