Happy birthday! Ethan Hawke turns 55 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on November 6, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 55 on Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025.

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Ethan Hawke 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-author-director Ethan Hawke (Boyhood, Before Sunset, Training Day, Before Sunrise, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 55th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Hawke, a cultural icon

Born Ethan Green Hawke in Austin on November 6, 1970, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Hawke'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 Ethan hasn't done.

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

Happy Birthday, Ethan, you're the best!