Happy birthday! Richard Armitage turns 54 today

By Lori Macatee
London
Last updated on August 22, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 54 on Friday, Aug. 22, 2025.

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Richard Armitage is celebrating his 54th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Richard Armitage (The Hobbit, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 54th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Armitage, a cultural icon

Born Richard Crispin Armitage in Huncote on August 22, 1971, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in English history. Armitage'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 Richard hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Richard Armitage as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 54.

Happy Birthday, Richard, you're the best!