Happy birthday! Hugh Bonneville turns 61 today

By Lori Macatee
London
Last updated on November 10, 2024

The iconic and legendary actor turns 61 on Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024.

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Hugh Bonneville is celebrating his 61st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Hugh Bonneville (Twenty Twelve, Notting Hill, Downton Abbey, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 61st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Bonneville, a cultural icon

Born Hugh Richard Bonneville Williams in London on November 10, 1963, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in British history. Bonneville'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 Hugh hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Hugh Bonneville as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 61.

Happy Birthday, Hugh, you're the best!