Happy birthday! Jan Smithers turns 75 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on July 3, 2024

The iconic and legendary actress turns 75 on Wednesday, Jul. 3, 2024.

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Jan Smithers is celebrating her 75th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress Jan Smithers (WKRP in Cincinnati, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 75th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Smithers, a cultural icon

Born Karin Jan Smithers in North Hollywood on July 3, 1949, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Smithers' 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 Jan hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Jan Smithers as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 75.

Happy Birthday, Jan, you're the best!