Happy birthday! Michael Fassbender turns 48 today

By Lori Macatee
Berlin
Last updated on April 2, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 48 on Wednesday, Apr. 2, 2025.

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Michael Fassbender is celebrating his 48th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Michael Fassbender (Prometheus, Shame, X-Men: First Class, Inglourious Basterds, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 48th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Fassbender, a cultural icon

Born in Heidelberg on April 2, 1977, Michael Fassbender's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in German history. Fassbender'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 Michael hasn't done.

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

Happy Birthday, Michael, you're the best!