Happy birthday! Lily Tomlin turns 87 today

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The iconic and legendary actress turns 87 on Tuesday, Sep. 1, 2026.
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Lily Tomlin is celebrating her 87th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress-author-producer Lily Tomlin (Malibu Country, The West Wing, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 87th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Tomlin, a cultural icon

Born Mary Jean Tomlin in Detroit on September 1, 1939, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Tomlin'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 Lily hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Lily Tomlin as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 87.

Happy Birthday, Lily, you're the best!

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