Happy birthday! Mark Addy turns 62 today

By Lori Macatee
London
Last updated on January 14, 2026

The iconic and legendary actor turns 62 on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026.

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Mark Addy is celebrating his 62nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Mark Addy (Game of Thrones, Still Standing, The Full Monty, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 62nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Addy, a cultural icon

Born Mark Addy Johnson in York on January 14, 1964, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in English history. Addy'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 Mark hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Mark Addy as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 62.

Happy Birthday, Mark, you're the best!