Happy birthday! Hilarie Burton turns 44 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary actress turns 44 on Wednesday, Jul. 1, 2026.

Hilarie Burton is celebrating her 44th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress Hilarie Burton (White Collar, One Tree Hill, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 44th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Burton, a cultural icon

Born Hilarie Ross Burton in Sterling on July 1, 1982, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Burton'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 Hilarie hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Hilarie Burton as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 44.

Happy Birthday, Hilarie, you're the best!

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