Happy birthday! Shawn Ashmore turns 45 today

By Lori Macatee
Ottawa
Last updated on October 7, 2024

The iconic and legendary actor turns 45 on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024.

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Shawn Ashmore 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 Shawn Ashmore (X-Men, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 45th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Ashmore, a cultural icon

Born Shawn Robert Ashmore in Richmond on October 7, 1979, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Canadian history. Ashmore'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 Shawn hasn't done.

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

Happy Birthday, Shawn, you're the best!