Happy birthday! Carol McGiffin turns 66 today

The iconic and legendary television host turns 66 on Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026.

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Carol McGiffin is celebrating her 66th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed television hosts of her generation.

Popular television host Carol McGiffin (Loose Women, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 66th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

McGiffin, a cultural icon

Born Carol Deirdre McGiffin in Maidstone on February 18, 1960, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in British history. McGiffin's not just a great television host, she's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business woman. At this point in her career, there seems to be little Carol hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Carol McGiffin as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 66.

Happy Birthday, Carol, you're the best!

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