Happy birthday! Idris Elba turns 53 today

By Lori Macatee
London
Last updated on September 6, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 53 on Saturday, Sep. 6, 2025.

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Idris Elba is celebrating his 53rd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Idris Elba (Luther, The Wire, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 53rd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Elba, a cultural icon

Born Idrissa Akuna Elba in London on September 6, 1972, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in British history. Elba'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 Idris hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Idris Elba as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 53.

Happy Birthday, Idris, you're the best!