Happy birthday! Chiwetel Ejiofor turns 48 today

By Lori Macatee
London
Last updated on July 10, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 48 on Thursday, Jul. 10, 2025.

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Chiwetel Ejiofor is celebrating his 48th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Chiwetel Ejiofor (Doctor Strange, 12 Years a Slave, American Gangster, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 48th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Ejiofor, a cultural icon

Born Chiwetelu Umeadi Ejiofor in London on July 10, 1977, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in British history. Ejiofor'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 Chiwetel hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Chiwetel Ejiofor as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 48.

Happy Birthday, Chiwetel, you're the best!