Happy birthday! Judy Davis turns 71 today

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The iconic and legendary actress turns 71 on Thursday, Apr. 23, 2026.
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Judy Davis is celebrating her 71st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress Judy Davis (To Rome with Love, Barton Fink, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 71st birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Davis, a cultural icon

Born in Perth on April 23, 1955, Judy Davis' career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Australian history. Davis' 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 Judy hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Judy Davis as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 71.

Happy Birthday, Judy, you're the best!

Judy Davis career in pictures

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