Happy birthday! Zhao Benshan turns 68 today

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The iconic and legendary actor turns 68 on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025.
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Zhao Benshan is celebrating his 68th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Zhao Benshan has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 68th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Benshan, a cultural icon

Born in Tieling on October 2, 1957, Zhao Benshan's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Chinese history. Benshan'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 Zhao hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Zhao Benshan as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 68.

Happy Birthday, Zhao, you're the best!

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