Happy birthday! Tommy Flanagan turns 61 today

By Lori Macatee
Edinburgh
Last updated on July 3, 2026

The iconic and legendary actor turns 61 on Friday, Jul. 3, 2026.

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Tommy Flanagan is celebrating his 61st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Tommy Flanagan (Gladiator, Face/Off, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 61st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Flanagan, a cultural icon

Born in Glasgow on July 3, 1965, Tommy Flanagan's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Scottish history. Flanagan'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 Tommy hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Tommy Flanagan as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 61.

Happy Birthday, Tommy, you're the best!