Happy birthday! Richard Madden turns 40 today

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Edinburgh
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The iconic and legendary actor turns 40 on Thursday, Jun. 18, 2026.

Richard Madden is celebrating his 40th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Richard Madden (Game of Thrones, Cinderella, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 40th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Madden, a cultural icon

Born in Elderslie on June 18, 1986, Richard Madden's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Scottish history. Madden'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 Madden as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 40.

Happy Birthday, Richard, you're the best!

Richard Madden career in pictures

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