Happy birthday! Anthony Hopkins turns 88 today

By Lori Macatee
Cardiff
Last updated on December 31, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 88 on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025.

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Anthony Hopkins is celebrating his 88th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Anthony Hopkins (The Silence of the Lambs, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 88th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Hopkins, a cultural icon

Born in Margam on December 31, 1937, Anthony Hopkins' career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Welsh history. Hopkins' 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 Hopkins as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 88.

Happy Birthday, Anthony, you're the best!