Happy birthday! Katherine Helmond turns 97 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary actress turns 97 on Sunday, Jul. 5, 2026.

Katherine Helmond is celebrating her 97th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress-director Katherine Helmond (Who's the Boss?, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 97th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Helmond, a cultural icon

Born Katherine Marie Helmond in Galveston on July 5, 1929, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Helmond'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 Katherine hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Katherine Helmond as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 97.

Happy Birthday, Katherine, you're the best!

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