Happy birthday! Joel Edgerton turns 52 today

By Lori Macatee
Canberra
Last updated on June 23, 2026

The iconic and legendary actor turns 52 on Tuesday, Jun. 23, 2026.

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Joel Edgerton is celebrating his 52nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Joel Edgerton (The Great Gatsby, Zero Dark Thirty, Warrior, Star Wars, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 52nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Edgerton, a cultural icon

Born in Blacktown on June 23, 1974, Joel Edgerton's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Australian history. Edgerton'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 Joel hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Joel Edgerton as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 52.

Happy Birthday, Joel, you're the best!