Happy birthday! Loretta Devine turns 76 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary actress turns 76 on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025.

Loretta Devine is celebrating her 76th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress Loretta Devine (Boston Public, Grey's Anatomy, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 76th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Devine, a cultural icon

Born in Houston on August 21, 1949, Loretta Devine's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Devine'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 Loretta hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Loretta Devine as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 76.

Happy Birthday, Loretta, you're the best!

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