Happy birthday! Brendan Gleeson turns 70 today

By Lori Macatee
Dublin
Last updated on March 29, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 70 on Saturday, Mar. 29, 2025.

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Brendan Gleeson is celebrating his 70th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Brendan Gleeson (In Bruges, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 70th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Gleeson, a cultural icon

Born in Dublin on March 29, 1955, Brendan Gleeson's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Irish history. Gleeson'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 Brendan hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Brendan Gleeson as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 70.

Happy Birthday, Brendan, you're the best!