Happy birthday! Amy Poehler turns 54 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on September 16, 2025

The iconic and legendary actress turns 54 on Tuesday, Sep. 16, 2025.

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Amy Poehler is celebrating her 54th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress-comedienne Amy Poehler (Parks and Recreation, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 54th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Poehler, a cultural icon

Born Amy Meredith Poehler in Newton on September 16, 1971, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Poehler's 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 Poehler as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 54.

Happy Birthday, Amy, you're the best!