Happy birthday! Laurie Holden turns 56 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on December 17, 2025

The iconic and legendary actress turns 56 on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025.

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Laurie Holden is celebrating her 56th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress Laurie Holden (The Walking Dead, The Shield, Silent Hill, The X-Files, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 56th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Holden, a cultural icon

Born Heather Laurie Holden in Los Angeles on December 17, 1969, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Holden'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 Laurie hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Laurie Holden as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 56.

Happy Birthday, Laurie, you're the best!