Happy birthday! Niels Arestrup turns 77 today

By Lori Macatee
Paris
Last updated on February 8, 2026

The iconic and legendary actor turns 77 on Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026.

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Niels Arestrup is celebrating his 77th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Niels Arestrup (War Horse, A Prophet, The Beat That My Heart Skipped, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 77th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Arestrup, a cultural icon

Born in Montreuil on February 8, 1949, Niels Arestrup's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Arestrup'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 Niels hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Niels Arestrup as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 77.

Happy Birthday, Niels, you're the best!