Happy birthday! Iris Berben turns 74 today

By Lori Macatee
Berlin
Last updated on August 12, 2024

The iconic and legendary actress turns 74 on Monday, Aug. 12, 2024.

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Iris Berben is celebrating her 74th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress Iris Berben (Eddie the Eagle, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 74th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Berben, a cultural icon

Born in Detmold on August 12, 1950, Iris Berben's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in German history. Berben'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 Iris hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Iris Berben as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 74.

Happy Birthday, Iris, you're the best!