Happy birthday! Diahann Carroll turns 91 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary actress turns 91 on Friday, Jul. 17, 2026.

Diahann Carroll is celebrating her 91st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress-singer Diahann Carroll (White Collar, Dynasty, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 91st birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Carroll, a cultural icon

Born in New York on July 17, 1935, Diahann Carroll's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Carroll'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 Diahann hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Diahann Carroll as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 91.

Happy Birthday, Diahann, you're the best!

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