Happy birthday! Claire Danes turns 45 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on April 12, 2024

The iconic and legendary actress turns 45 on Friday, Apr. 12, 2024.

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Claire Danes is celebrating her 45th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress Claire Danes (Romeo + Juliet, My So-Called Life, Homeland, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 45th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Danes, a cultural icon

Born in New York on April 12, 1979, Claire Danes' career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Danes' 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 Claire hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Claire Danes as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 45.

Happy Birthday, Claire, you're the best!