Happy birthday! Ian Somerhalder turns 45 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on December 8, 2023

The iconic and legendary actor turns 45 on Friday, Dec. 8, 2023.

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Ian Somerhalder is celebrating his 45th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-model Ian Somerhalder (The Vampire Diaries, Lost, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 45th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Somerhalder, a cultural icon

Born Ian Joseph Somerhalder in Covington on December 8, 1978, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Somerhalder'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 Ian hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Ian Somerhalder as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 45.

Happy Birthday, Ian, you're the best!