Happy birthday! Julie Walters turns 76 today

The iconic and legendary actress turns 76 on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026.

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Julie Walters is celebrating her 76th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress-author Julie Walters (Harry Potter, Billy Elliot, Educating Rita, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 76th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Walters, a cultural icon

Born Julia Mary Walters in Smethwick on February 22, 1950, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in English history. Walters' 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 Julie hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Julie Walters as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 76.

Happy Birthday, Julie, you're the best!

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