Happy birthday! Ben Kingsley turns 82 today

By Lori Macatee
London
Last updated on December 31, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 82 on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025.

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Ben Kingsley is celebrating his 82nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Ben Kingsley (Schindler's List, Gandhi, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 82nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Kingsley, a cultural icon

Born in Snainton on December 31, 1943, Ben Kingsley's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in British history. Kingsley'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 Ben hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Ben Kingsley as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 82.

Happy Birthday, Ben, you're the best!