Happy birthday! Liya Kebede turns 48 today

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The iconic and legendary actress turns 48 on Sunday, Mar. 1, 2026.
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Liya Kebede is celebrating her 48th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress-model-business woman-fashion designer Liya Kebede (Black Gold, Desert Flower, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 48th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Kebede, a cultural icon

Born in Addis Ababa on March 1, 1978, Liya Kebede's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Ethiopian history. Kebede's not just a great actress, she's an inspiration, an icon and a very charming woman. At this point in her career, there seems to be little Liya hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Liya Kebede as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 48.

Happy Birthday, Liya, you're the best!

Liya Kebede career in pictures

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