Happy birthday! Roger Allam turns 72 today

By Lori Macatee
London
Last updated on October 26, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 72 on Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025.

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Roger Allam 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 Roger Allam (Tamara Drewe, Endeavour, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 72nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Allam, a cultural icon

Born in London on October 26, 1953, Roger Allam's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in English history. Allam'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 Roger hasn't done.

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

Happy Birthday, Roger, you're the best!