Happy birthday! James May turns 62 today

The iconic and legendary television host turns 62 on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025.

James May »

See more news, pictures and video.

Hot news

• Rumor December 2025

  Death Hoax says “James May dies at 62”
• Breaking Up November 27, 2025

  James May Single Again?
• Rumor Central December 2025

  Is James May secretly gay and hiding in the closet?

James May is celebrating his 62nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed television hosts of his generation.

Popular television host-journalist James May (Top Gear, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 62nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

May, a cultural icon

Born James Daniel May in Bristol on January 16, 1963, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in English history. May's not just a great television host, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little James hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for James May as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 62.

Happy Birthday, James, you're the best!

© 2025 MediaMass All rights reserved. Do not reproduce (even with permission).

Celebrity Central