Happy birthday! Ty Olsson turns 52 today

By Lori Macatee
Ottawa
Last updated on January 28, 2026

The iconic and legendary actor turns 52 on Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026.

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Ty Olsson is celebrating his 52nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Ty Olsson (The Twilight Saga, X-Men 2, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 52nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Olsson, a cultural icon

Born in Halifax on January 28, 1974, Ty Olsson's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Canadian history. Olsson'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 Ty hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Ty Olsson as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 52.

Happy Birthday, Ty, you're the best!