Happy birthday! Henry Cavill turns 42 today

By Lori Macatee
London
Last updated on May 5, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 42 on Monday, May. 5, 2025.

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Henry Cavill is celebrating his 42nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Henry Cavill (Man of Steel, The Tudors, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 42nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Cavill, a cultural icon

Born Henry William Dalgliesh Cavill in Jersey on May 5, 1983, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in British history. Cavill'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 Henry hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Henry Cavill as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 42.

Happy Birthday, Henry, you're the best!