Happy birthday! Michelle Fairley turns 61 today

By Lori Macatee
Belfast
Last updated on January 17, 2025

The iconic and legendary actress turns 61 on Friday, Jan. 17, 2025.

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Michelle Fairley is celebrating her 61st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress Michelle Fairley (24 (Live Another Day), Harry Potter, Game of Thrones, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 61st birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Fairley, a cultural icon

Born in Coleraine on January 17, 1964, Michelle Fairley's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Irish history. Fairley'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 Michelle hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Michelle Fairley as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 61.

Happy Birthday, Michelle, you're the best!