Happy birthday! Sam Riley turns 45 today

By Lori Macatee
London
Last updated on January 8, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 45 on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025.

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Sam Riley is celebrating his 45th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-singer Sam Riley (Pride and Prejudice and Zombies, On the Road, Control, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 45th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Riley, a cultural icon

Born in Menston on January 8, 1980, Sam Riley's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in English history. Riley'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 Sam hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Sam Riley as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 45.

Happy Birthday, Sam, you're the best!