Happy birthday! Kristen Wiig turns 51 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on August 22, 2024

The iconic and legendary actress turns 51 on Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.

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Kristen Wiig is celebrating her 51st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress-comedienne-author Kristen Wiig (Ghostbusters, Friends with Kids, Bridesmaids, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 51st birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Wiig, a cultural icon

Born Kristen Carroll Wiig in Canandaigua on August 22, 1973, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Wiig'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 Kristen hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Kristen Wiig as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 51.

Happy Birthday, Kristen, you're the best!