Happy birthday! Matthew Rhys turns 51 today

The iconic and legendary actor turns 51 on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025.

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Matthew Rhys is celebrating his 51st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Matthew Rhys (Brothers & Sisters, The Edge of Love, The Americans, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 51st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Rhys, a cultural icon

Born Matthew Rhys Evans in Cardiff on November 8, 1974, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Scottish history. Rhys' 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 Matthew hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Matthew Rhys as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 51.

Happy Birthday, Matthew, you're the best!

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