Happy birthday! Dominic Purcell turns 55 today

By Lori Macatee
London
Last updated on February 17, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 55 on Monday, Feb. 17, 2025.

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Dominic Purcell is celebrating his 55th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Dominic Purcell (Prison Break, Blade: Trinity, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 55th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Purcell, a cultural icon

Born Dominic Haakon Myrtvedt Purcell in Wallasey on February 17, 1970, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in British history. Purcell'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 Dominic hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Dominic Purcell as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 55.

Happy Birthday, Dominic, you're the best!