Happy birthday! Simon Bird turns 42 today

The iconic and legendary actor turns 42 on Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026.

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Simon Bird is celebrating his 42nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-comedian Simon Bird (The Inbetweeners, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 42nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Bird, a cultural icon

Born Simon Antony Bird in Guildford on August 19, 1984, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in English history. Bird'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 Bird as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 42.

Happy Birthday, Simon, you're the best!

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