Happy birthday! Grettell Valdéz turns 50 today

By Lori Macatee
Mexico City
Last updated on July 8, 2026

The iconic and legendary actress turns 50 on Wednesday, Jul. 8, 2026.

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Grettell Valdéz is celebrating her 50th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress Grettell Valdéz (Lola… Once Upon A Time, Rebelde, Clase 406, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 50th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Valdéz, a cultural icon

Born Grettell Valeria Valdéz Jiménez in Mexico City on July 8, 1976, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Mexican history. Valdéz'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 Grettell hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Grettell Valdéz as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 50.

Happy Birthday, Grettell, you're the best!