Happy birthday! Russell Mulcahy turns 73 today

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Canberra
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The iconic and legendary director turns 73 on Tuesday, Jun. 23, 2026.

Russell Mulcahy is celebrating his 73rd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed directors of his generation.

Popular director Russell Mulcahy (Highlander, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 73rd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Mulcahy, a cultural icon

Born in Melbourne on June 23, 1953, Russell Mulcahy's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Australian history. Mulcahy's not just a great director, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Russell hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Russell Mulcahy as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 73.

Happy Birthday, Russell, you're the best!

Russell Mulcahy career in pictures

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