Happy birthday! Madonna turns 68 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on August 16, 2026

The iconic and legendary singer turns 68 on Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026.

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Madonna is celebrating her 68th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed singers of her generation.

Popular singer Madonna (Music, Evita, Vogue, Like a Virgin, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 68th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Madonna, a cultural icon

Born Madonna Louise Veronica Ciccone in Bay City on August 16, 1958, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Madonna's not just a great singer, she's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business woman. At this point in her career, there seems to be little Madonna hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Madonna as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 68.

Happy Birthday, Madonna, you're the best!