Happy birthday! Amy Adams turns 51 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on August 20, 2025

The iconic and legendary actress turns 51 on Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2025.

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Amy Adams is celebrating her 51st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress-singer Amy Adams (Nocturnal Animals, American Hustle, The Fighter, Enchanted, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 51st birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Adams, a cultural icon

Born Amy Lou Adams in Vicenza on August 20, 1974, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Adams' not just a great actress, she's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business woman. At this point in her career, there seems to be little Amy hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Amy Adams as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 51.

Happy Birthday, Amy, you're the best!