Happy birthday! Danny Boyle turns 69 today

By Lori Macatee
London
Last updated on October 20, 2025

The iconic and legendary director turns 69 on Monday, Oct. 20, 2025.

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Danny Boyle is celebrating his 69th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed directors of his generation.

Popular director Danny Boyle (Slumdog Millionaire, The Beach, Trainspotting, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 69th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Boyle, a cultural icon

Born Daniel Boyle in Radcliffe on October 20, 1956, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in British history. Boyle's not just a great director, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Danny hasn't done.

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

Happy Birthday, Danny, you're the best!