Happy birthday! Glen Hansard turns 56 today

The iconic and legendary singer turns 56 on Tuesday, Apr. 21, 2026.

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Glen Hansard is celebrating his 56th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Popular singer-songwriter-actor Glen Hansard (The Commitments, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 56th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Hansard, a cultural icon

Born in Dublin on April 21, 1970, Glen Hansard's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Irish history. Hansard's not just a great singer, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Glen hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Glen Hansard as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 56.

Happy Birthday, Glen, you're the best!

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