Happy birthday! Reece Shearsmith turns 56 today

Reece Shearsmith 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-comedian-author Reece Shearsmith has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 56th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Shearsmith, a cultural icon

Born Reeson Wayne Shearsmith in Kingston upon Hull on August 27, 1969, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in British history. Shearsmith'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 Reece hasn't done.

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

Happy Birthday, Reece, you're the best!

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