![Anthony Hopkins is celebrating his birthday on December 31. - [Golden Globes / YouTube screencap]](https://staticr1.blastingcdn.com/media/photogallery/2018/12/31/660x290/b_502x220x82/anthony-hopkins-is-celebrating-his-birthday-on-december-31-image-via-golden-globesyoutube-screencap_2173353.jpg "Anthony Hopkins is celebrating his birthday on December 31. - [Golden Globes / YouTube screencap]")
As 2018 comes to a close, many people are celebrating the year that has past and the new year on its way. There are also people who just so happen to have been born on December 31. Below are five of the celebs who are celebrating birthdays today.
Anthony Hopkins - Actor
Sir Anthony Hopkins is celebrating his 81st birthday on Monday. The legendary actor starred in hit movies or classic films including "The Elephant Man," "Silence of the Lambs," and "Mission Impossible 2."
I don't want to be anything else other than what I am. I can say that with passion. No regrets. -Sir Anthony Hopkins pic.twitter.com/bpDjV4mWpu
— Classic Movie Hub (@ClassicMovieHub) December 31, 2018
Val Kilmer - Actor
Kilmer starred in a number of big films including "Top Gun," "Tombstone," Batman Forever," and "The Prince of Egypt." He turned 59 on Monday.
Birthday Highlight: Val Kilmer https://t.co/nHQFoEj0r1 pic.twitter.com/wqcXAfFoBm
— Wisconsin State Journal (@WiStateJournal) December 31, 2018
Bebe Neuwirth - Actress
Neuwirth is well known for her character Lilith Crane on the hit sitcom "Cheers." She also starred in Broadway's "Chicago" during part of its run. Neuwirth turned age 60 on Monday.
‘I've never danced professionally as a ballet dancer, but all of my training is ballet, and I am a Fosse dancer.’
— Papaya Films (@PapayaFilms) December 31, 2018
- Bebe Neuwirth #BornOnThisDay pic.twitter.com/fptZ7TwTAa
