Happy birthday! Daniel Dae Kim turns 58 today

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Washington
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The iconic and legendary actor turns 58 on Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026.

Daniel Dae Kim is celebrating his 58th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Daniel Dae Kim (Hawaii Five-0, Lost, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 58th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Kim, a cultural icon

Born in Busan on August 4, 1968, Daniel Dae Kim's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Kim'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 Daniel Dae hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Daniel Dae Kim as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 58.

Happy Birthday, Daniel Dae, you're the best!

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