Happy birthday! Ken Watanabe turns 65 today

By Lori Macatee
Tokyo
Last updated on October 21, 2024

The iconic and legendary actor turns 65 on Monday, Oct. 21, 2024.

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Ken Watanabe is celebrating his 65th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Ken Watanabe (Inception, Batman Begins, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 65th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Watanabe, a cultural icon

Born in Koide on October 21, 1959, Ken Watanabe's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Japanese history. Watanabe'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 Ken hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Ken Watanabe as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 65.

Happy Birthday, Ken, you're the best!