Happy birthday! Tom Hooper turns 54 today

The iconic and legendary director turns 54 on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026.

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Tom Hooper is celebrating his 54th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed directors of his generation.

Popular director Tom Hooper (The King's Speech, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 54th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Hooper, a cultural icon

Born Thomas George Hooper in London on January 1, 1972, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in British history. Hooper's not just a great director, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Tom hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Tom Hooper as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 54.

Happy Birthday, Tom, you're the best!

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