Happy birthday! Daniel Gillies turns 50 today
- By Lori Macatee
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- Cinema March 11, 2026
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Daniel Gillies is celebrating his 50th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.
Popular actor Daniel Gillies (The Vampire Diaries, Saving Hope, The Originals, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 50th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.
Gillies, a cultural icon
Born in Winnipeg on March 14, 1976, Daniel Gillies' career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Canadian history. Gillies' 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 Gillies as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 50.
Happy Birthday, Daniel, you're the best!
Daniel Gillies career in pictures
The Vampire Diaries (2010 - 2017)
Saving Hope (2012 - Today)- The Originals (2013 - Today)
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