Happy birthday! Embeth Davidtz turns 60 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary actress turns 60 on Monday, Aug. 11, 2025.

Embeth Davidtz is celebrating her 60th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress Embeth Davidtz (Matilda, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 60th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Davidtz, a cultural icon

Born Embeth Jean Davidtz in Lafayette on August 11, 1965, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Davidtz'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 Embeth hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Embeth Davidtz as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 60.

Happy Birthday, Embeth, you're the best!

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