Happy birthday! Simon Rex turns 51 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on July 20, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 51 on Sunday, Jul. 20, 2025.

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Simon Rex is celebrating his 51st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-comedian-television host Simon Rex (What I Like About You, Scary Movie 3, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 51st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Rex, a cultural icon

Born Simon Rex Cutright in San Francisco on July 20, 1974, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Rex'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 Rex as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 51.

Happy Birthday, Simon, you're the best!