Happy birthday! Donnie Yen turns 61 today

By Lori Macatee
Hong Kong
Last updated on July 27, 2024

The iconic and legendary actor turns 61 on Saturday, Jul. 27, 2024.

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Donnie Yen is celebrating his 61st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Donnie Yen (Rogue One, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 61st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Yen, a cultural icon

Born in Guangzhou on July 27, 1963, Donnie Yen's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in history. Yen'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 Donnie hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Donnie Yen as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 61.

Happy Birthday, Donnie, you're the best!