Happy birthday! François Berléand turns 74 today

By Lori Macatee
Paris
Last updated on April 22, 2026

The iconic and legendary actor turns 74 on Wednesday, Apr. 22, 2026.

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François Berléand is celebrating his 74th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor François Berléand (Whatever You Say, The Transporter, Walk in the shadow, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 74th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Berléand, a cultural icon

Born in Paris on April 22, 1952, François Berléand's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Berléand'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 François hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for François Berléand as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 74.

Happy Birthday, François, you're the best!