Happy birthday! Anna Friel turns 59 today

The iconic and legendary actress turns 59 on Sunday, Jul. 12, 2026.

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Anna Friel is celebrating her 59th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress Anna Friel (Pushing Daisies, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 59th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Friel, a cultural icon

Born Anna Louise Friel in Rochdale on July 12, 1967, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in English history. Friel'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 Anna hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Anna Friel as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 59.

Happy Birthday, Anna, you're the best!

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