Happy birthday! Hugh Bonneville turns 62 today

By Lori Macatee
London
Last updated on November 10, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 62 on Monday, Nov. 10, 2025.

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Hugh Bonneville is celebrating his 62nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Hugh Bonneville (Downton Abbey, Twenty Twelve, Notting Hill, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 62nd 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 62.

Happy Birthday, Hugh, you're the best!