Happy birthday! Daniel Day-Lewis turns 69 today

The iconic and legendary actor turns 69 on Wednesday, Apr. 29, 2026.

Daniel Day-Lewis is celebrating his 69th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Daniel Day-Lewis (Lincoln, There Will Be Blood, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 69th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Day-Lewis, a cultural icon

Born Daniel Michael Blake Day-Lewis in London on April 29, 1957, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in English history. Day-Lewis' 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 hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Daniel Day-Lewis as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 69.

Happy Birthday, Daniel, you're the best!

Daniel Day-Lewis career in pictures

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