Happy birthday! Benoît Magimel turns 52 today

By Lori Macatee
Paris
Last updated on May 11, 2026

The iconic and legendary actor turns 52 on Monday, May. 11, 2026.

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Benoît Magimel is celebrating his 52nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Benoît Magimel (Little White Lies, Crimson Rivers II, The Piano Teacher, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 52nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Magimel, a cultural icon

Born in Paris on May 11, 1974, Benoît Magimel's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Magimel'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 Benoît hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Benoît Magimel as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 52.

Happy Birthday, Benoît, you're the best!