How old is Simon Baker?

Simon Baker is 56 years old (born July 30, 1969).

Is Simon Baker still alive?

Yes, Simon Baker is still alive as of 2026, aged 56.

What is Simon Baker's real name?

Simon Baker's full birth name is S. Baker.

Where is Simon Baker from?

Simon Baker is from Launceston, Tasmania, Australia, Australia.

What generation is Simon Baker?

Simon Baker is a Generation X, born in 1969.

Simon Baker

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Still alive

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Age today

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At 56 years old, Simon Baker remains one of the most prominent Australian Actors working today.

Simon Baker (born 30 July 1969, height 5' 9¾" (1,77 m)) is an Australian actor and director. In his television acting career, he is best known for his lead role in the CBS television series The Mentalist as Patrick Jane and as Nicholas Fallin in The Guardian. In his film acting career, he is best known for the lead role of Riley Denbo in Land of the Dead and Christian Thompson in the film adaptation of The Devil Wears Prada, based on the 2003 novel of the same name.

"His role as Patrick Jane in The Mentalist cemented his status as a global television star, earning him Emmy and Golden Globe nominations." — About Simon Baker

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Born

Years in career38 years active

July 30th, 1969

Birthplace

Launceston, Tasmania, Australia

Known for

🎭 Actor

Nationality

Australia

Generation

Generation X

Career

38 years

Region

Oceania

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How Simon Baker compares to other Actors

🎂Simon Baker is 3 years older than the average Actor

Metric	Simon Baker	Avg Actor	Difference
Age	56	53	+3 yrs
Career length	38 yrs	~35 yrs	+3 yrs
Based on 3888 Actor profiles in our database

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Facts about Simon Baker

Did you know?

Did you know that Simon Baker moved to the United States in 1995 with only a few hundred dollars in his pocket to pursue his acting dream?

5 Lesser-known facts

He initially pursued acting in Australia under the name Simon Baker-Denny before dropping "Denny" for his international career.
A passionate surfer, he often rides waves in his free time and even directed a film about surfing, 'Breath' (2017).
Nicole Kidman is the godmother to his youngest son, Harry, and Naomi Watts is godmother to his daughter, Stella.
Prior to acting, he competed in water polo at a national level in Australia, showcasing his athletic background.
He directed seven episodes of his hit CBS series, The Mentalist, including the pivotal series finale.

Career highlight

His role as Patrick Jane in The Mentalist cemented his status as a global television star, earning him Emmy and Golden Globe nominations. The series ran for seven successful seasons, captivating audiences with his charming yet enigmatic portrayal of the psychic detective.

Legacy

Simon Baker is recognized for bringing a unique blend of charm, intensity, and vulnerability to his roles, particularly as a leading man in successful television dramas. He leaves a legacy of memorable characters that resonated with a wide international audience.