Happy birthday! Beyoncé turns 44 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on September 4, 2025

The iconic and legendary singer turns 44 on Thursday, Sep. 4, 2025.

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Beyoncé is celebrating her 44th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed singers of her generation.

Popular singer-actress-dancer Beyoncé (Crazy in Love, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 44th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Beyoncé, a cultural icon

Born Beyoncé Knowles in Houston on September 4, 1981, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Beyoncé's not just a great singer, she's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business woman. At this point in her career, there seems to be little Beyoncé hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Beyoncé as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 44.

Happy Birthday, Beyoncé, you're the best!