How old was Alan Rickman in Lee Daniels' The Butler?

When watching a memorable performance, one might wonder how old a celebrity was at the time. Knowing that can offer insight into their career stage and personal growth. We’ve got the answer you’ve been looking for.

The age of Alan Rickman while starring in Lee Daniels' The Butler was:

66 years old

That number reflects the celebrity’s real age when the movie was made.

The age was estimated using the initial day of the year Lee Daniels' The Butler came out:

January 1, 2013

And the birth date of Alan Rickman:

February 21, 1946

Given that most films are released within a year of production, the actual age of Alan Rickman during filming may have varied by one year from the shown age.