Happy birthday! Faye Dunaway turns 85 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on January 14, 2026

The iconic and legendary actress turns 85 on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026.

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Faye Dunaway is celebrating her 85th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress-director-producer Faye Dunaway (Chinatown, Bonnie and Clyde, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 85th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Dunaway, a cultural icon

Born in Bascom on January 14, 1941, Faye Dunaway's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Dunaway'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 Faye hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Faye Dunaway as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 85.

Happy Birthday, Faye, you're the best!