Happy birthday! Lennie James turns 60 today

By Lori Macatee
London
Last updated on October 11, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 60 on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025.

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Lennie James is celebrating his 60th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-screenwriter Lennie James (Snatch, The Walking Dead, Line of Duty, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 60th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

James, a cultural icon

Born in Nottingham on October 11, 1965, Lennie James' career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in English history. James' 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 Lennie hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Lennie James as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 60.

Happy Birthday, Lennie, you're the best!