Happy birthday! Anthony Daniels turns 79 today

By Lori Macatee
London
Last updated on February 21, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 79 on Friday, Feb. 21, 2025.

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Anthony Daniels is celebrating his 79th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Anthony Daniels (Star Wars, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 79th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Daniels, a cultural icon

Born in Salisbury on February 21, 1946, Anthony Daniels' career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in English history. Daniels' 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 Anthony hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Anthony Daniels as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 79.

Happy Birthday, Anthony, you're the best!