Happy birthday! Jim Broadbent turns 77 today

By Lori Macatee
London
Last updated on May 24, 2026

The iconic and legendary actor turns 77 on Sunday, May. 24, 2026.

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Jim Broadbent is celebrating his 77th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Jim Broadbent (Game of Thrones, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 77th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Broadbent, a cultural icon

Born in Holton cum Beckering on May 24, 1949, Jim Broadbent's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in English history. Broadbent'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 Jim hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Jim Broadbent as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 77.

Happy Birthday, Jim, you're the best!