Happy birthday! Marion Cotillard turns 51 today

By Lori Macatee
Paris
Last updated on September 30, 2026

The iconic and legendary actress turns 51 on Wednesday, Sep. 30, 2026.

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Marion Cotillard is celebrating her 51st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress Marion Cotillard (The Dark Knight Rises, Inception, La Vie en rose, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 51st birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Cotillard, a cultural icon

Born in Paris on September 30, 1975, Marion Cotillard's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Cotillard'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 Marion hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Marion Cotillard as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 51.

Happy Birthday, Marion, you're the best!