Happy birthday! Catherine Jacob turns 69 today

By Lori Macatee
Paris
Last updated on December 16, 2025

The iconic and legendary actress turns 69 on Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025.

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Catherine Jacob is celebrating her 69th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress Catherine Jacob (Auntie Danielle, Life Is a Long Quiet River, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 69th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Jacob, a cultural icon

Born in Paris on December 16, 1956, Catherine Jacob's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Jacob'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 Catherine hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Catherine Jacob as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 69.

Happy Birthday, Catherine, you're the best!