Happy birthday! Peter Dinklage turns 56 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary actor turns 56 on Wednesday, Jun. 11, 2025.

Peter Dinklage 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 Peter Dinklage (Death at a Funeral, Game of Thrones, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 56th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Dinklage, a cultural icon

Born Peter Hayden Dinklage in Morristown on June 11, 1969, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Dinklage'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 Peter hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Peter Dinklage as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 56.

Happy Birthday, Peter, you're the best!

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