The Dexter: Resurrection co-star celebrated her birthday on the set of the upcoming sequel.
The highly anticipated Dexter: Resurrection finally has an official premiere date, following the release of its chilling second teaser trailer. Fans flooded social media with excitement, sharing theories and reactions across Dexter fan pages and forums. But April 29 wasn't just about the buzz surrounding the show—it was also a personal milestone for one of the newest and most iconic cast members.
Uma Thurman Turns 55 on the Set of Dexter: Resurrection
Legendary actress Uma Thurman, who joins the Dexter universe as Charley, the mysterious and formidable right-hand woman to Leon Prater (played by Peter Dinklage), celebrated her 55th birthday on set in New York City.
To mark the occasion, Showtime pulled off a bloody brilliant surprise that any Dexter fan would envy—a custom-made, Dexter-themed birthday cake that perfectly captured the show’s signature macabre aesthetic.
The Ultimate Dexter-Inspired Birthday Cake
The cake was a showstopper: designed to resemble a gruesome crime scene, complete with dramatic blood splatters, a large butcher knife plunged into the center, and oozing realistic red syrup mimicking fresh blood. A mirrored acrylic cake topper read, "Happy Birthday, Uma!" in sleek, flowing script—adding a touch of elegance to the gore.
Thurman shared a photo of the cake on her Instagram, thanking the network for the thoughtful gift:
"Thank you to my Dexter fam!"
Who Is Uma Thurman?
For those new to the Dexter fandom, Uma Thurman is no stranger to intense, unforgettable roles. Best known for her iconic performances in Quentin Tarantino’s Pulp Fiction and Kill Bill films, Thurman brings decades of star power and acting talent to the series.
Born April 29, 1970, in Boston, Massachusetts, Uma Karuna Thurman is the daughter of Robert Thurman, a prominent Buddhist scholar, and Nena von Schlebrügge, a Swedish-German high-fashion model. Raised in Amherst, Massachusetts, she also spent part of her youth in India due to her father’s academic pursuits.
Thurman began acting in the late 1980s, gaining early acclaim with Dangerous Liaisons (1988). Her breakthrough came with Pulp Fiction (1994), earning her an Academy Award nomination, and solidified her status as an action icon with Kill Bill Vol. 1 & 2 (2003–2004).
A Perfect Match for Dexter’s Dark World
With her commanding screen presence and rich acting history, Uma Thurman is a thrilling addition to the Dexter franchise. Her character, Charley, promises to add new layers of intrigue and intensity to the already dark and complex narrative of Dexter: Resurrection.
Happy Birthday, Uma Thurman! We can’t wait to see what you bring to the table—or the kill table—in Dexter: Resurrection.