Happy birthday! Sharlto Copley turns 52 today

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Pretoria
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The iconic and legendary actor turns 52 on Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025.

Sharlto Copley is celebrating his 52nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-producer Sharlto Copley (Maleficent, Elysium, District 9, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 52nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Copley, a cultural icon

Born in Pretoria on November 27, 1973, Sharlto Copley's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in South African history. Copley'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 Sharlto hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Sharlto Copley as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 52.

Happy Birthday, Sharlto, you're the best!

Sharlto Copley career in pictures

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