Happy birthday! Lena Headey turns 52 today

By Lori Macatee
London
Last updated on October 3, 2025

The iconic and legendary actress turns 52 on Friday, Oct. 3, 2025.

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Lena Headey is celebrating her 52nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress Lena Headey (Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles, 300, Game of Thrones, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 52nd birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Headey, a cultural icon

Born in Hamilton on October 3, 1973, Lena Headey's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in British history. Headey's not just a great actress, she's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business woman. At this point in her career, there seems to be little Lena hasn't done.

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

Happy Birthday, Lena, you're the best!