Happy birthday! Melanie Lynskey turns 48 today

By Lori Macatee
Wellington
Last updated on May 16, 2025

The iconic and legendary actress turns 48 on Friday, May. 16, 2025.

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Melanie Lynskey is celebrating her 48th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress Melanie Lynskey (Two and a Half Men, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 48th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Lynskey, a cultural icon

Born Melanie Jayne Lynskey in New Plymouth on May 16, 1977, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in history. Lynskey'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 Melanie hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Melanie Lynskey as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 48.

Happy Birthday, Melanie, you're the best!