THE DATE BEHIND THE NAME
Idris Elba
British actor (born 1972)
Idris Elba was born on September 6, 1972 in Greater London, United Kingdom, and is 54 years old.
Born
September 6, 1972
Idris Elba is 54 years old as of October 6, 2026 (UTC).
Source:
Synchronized from Wikidata on October 5, 2026.
- Birthplace
- Greater London, United Kingdom
- Birthplace detail
- Born at London Borough of Hackney
- Professions
- stage actor, singer, composer, actor, disc jockey, voice actor, film actor, film producer, film director, television actor, television producer, songwriter, rapper, musician, record producer
- Citizenship
- Sierra Leone, United Kingdom
More about Idris Elba
- Zodiac sign
- Virgo
- Birth name
- Idrissa Akuna Elba
- Height
- 189 cm
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Questions people ask
How old is Idris Elba?
Idris Elba is 54 years old as of October 6, 2026 (UTC).
When is Idris Elba’s birthday?
Idris Elba’s recorded birthday is September 6.
Where was Idris Elba born?
Idris Elba was born in Greater London, United Kingdom.
How tall is Idris Elba?
Idris Elba’s recorded height is 189 cm.
What was Idris Elba’s name at birth?
Idris Elba’s recorded birth name is Idrissa Akuna Elba.