Happy birthday! Helena Bonham Carter turns 59 today

By Lori Macatee
London
Last updated on May 26, 2025

The iconic and legendary actress turns 59 on Monday, May. 26, 2025.

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Helena Bonham Carter is celebrating her 59th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress Helena Bonham Carter (The King's Speech, Harry Potter, Fight Club, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 59th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Carter, a cultural icon

Born in London on May 26, 1966, Helena Bonham Carter's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in British history. Carter's not just a great actress, she's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business woman. At this point in her career, there seems to be little Helena Bonham hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Helena Bonham Carter as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 59.

Happy Birthday, Helena Bonham, you're the best!