Happy birthday! Pierce Brosnan turns 72 today

By Lori Macatee
Dublin
Last updated on May 16, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 72 on Friday, May. 16, 2025.

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Former James Bond Pierce Brosnan is celebrating his 72nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Pierce Brosnan (GoldenEye, Mrs. Doubtfire, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 72nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Brosnan, a cultural icon

Born in Navan on May 16, 1953, Pierce Brosnan's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Irish history. Brosnan'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 Pierce hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Pierce Brosnan as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 72.

Happy Birthday, Pierce, you're the best!