Happy birthday! Aidan Turner turns 42 today

By Lori Macatee
Dublin
Last updated on June 19, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 42 on Thursday, Jun. 19, 2025.

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Aidan Turner is celebrating his 42nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Aidan Turner (The Hobbit, Poldark, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 42nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Turner, a cultural icon

Born in Clondalkin on June 19, 1983, Aidan Turner's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Irish history. Turner's not just a great actor, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Aidan hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Aidan Turner as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 42.

Happy Birthday, Aidan, you're the best!