Happy birthday! Derek Jacobi turns 86 today

The iconic and legendary actor turns 86 on Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024.

Derek Jacobi is celebrating his 86th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-director Derek Jacobi (Cinderella, The King's Speech, Gladiator, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 86th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Jacobi, a cultural icon

Born Derek George Jacobi in Leytonstone on October 22, 1938, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in English history. Jacobi'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 Derek hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Derek Jacobi as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 86.

Happy Birthday, Derek, you're the best!

Derek Jacobi career in pictures

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