Happy birthday! David Walliams turns 54 today

The iconic and legendary comedian turns 54 on Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2025.

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‘Little Britain’ creator David Walliams is celebrating his 54th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed comedians of his generation.

Popular comedian-actor-television host David Walliams has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 54th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Walliams, a cultural icon

Born David Edward Williams in London on August 20, 1971, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in British history. Walliams' not just a great comedian, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little David hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for David Walliams as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 54.

Happy Birthday, David, you're the best!

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