Happy birthday! Joel Kinnaman turns 46 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on November 25, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 46 on Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025.

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Joel Kinnaman is celebrating his 46th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Joel Kinnaman (Suicide Squad, The Killing, Easy Money, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 46th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Kinnaman, a cultural icon

Born Charles Joel Nordström in Stockholm on November 25, 1979, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Kinnaman'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 Kinnaman as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 46.

Happy Birthday, Joel, you're the best!