Happy birthday! John Rhys-Davies turns 81 today

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Cardiff
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The iconic and legendary actor turns 81 on Monday, May. 5, 2025.

John Rhys-Davies is celebrating his 81st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor John Rhys-Davies (Indiana Jones, The Lord of the Rings, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 81st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Rhys-Davies, a cultural icon

Born in Rhydaman on May 5, 1944, John Rhys-Davies' career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Welsh history. Rhys-Davies' 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 John hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for John Rhys-Davies as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 81.

Happy Birthday, John, you're the best!

John Rhys-Davies career in pictures

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