Happy birthday! Stellan Skarsgård turns 75 today

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The iconic and legendary actor turns 75 on Saturday, Jun. 13, 2026.

Stellan Skarsgård is celebrating his 75th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Stellan Skarsgård (Thor, Ronin, Good Will Hunting, Breaking the Waves, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 75th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Skarsgård, a cultural icon

Born John Stellan Skarsgård in Gothenburg on June 13, 1951, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Swedish history. Skarsgård'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 Stellan hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Stellan Skarsgård as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 75.

Happy Birthday, Stellan, you're the best!

Stellan Skarsgård career in pictures

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