Happy birthday! Michael Sheen turns 56 today

By Lori Macatee
Cardiff
Last updated on February 5, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 56 on Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025.

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Michael Sheen is celebrating his 56th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Michael Sheen (The Twilight Saga, Midnight in Paris, The Queen, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 56th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Sheen, a cultural icon

Born Michael Christopher Sheen in Newport on February 5, 1969, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Welsh history. Sheen'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 Sheen as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 56.

Happy Birthday, Michael, you're the best!