Happy birthday! Simon Baker turns 56 today

By Lori Macatee
Canberra
Last updated on July 30, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 56 on Wednesday, Jul. 30, 2025.

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Simon Baker is celebrating his 56th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-director Simon Baker (The Mentalist, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 56th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Baker, a cultural icon

Born in Launceston on July 30, 1969, Simon Baker's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Australian history. Baker'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 Simon hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Simon Baker as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 56.

Happy Birthday, Simon, you're the best!