Happy birthday! Mary McDonnell turns 74 today

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Washington
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The iconic and legendary actress turns 74 on Tuesday, Apr. 28, 2026.

Mary McDonnell is celebrating her 74th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress Mary McDonnell (The Closer, Battlestar Galactica, Dances with Wolves, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 74th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

McDonnell, a cultural icon

Born Mary Eileen McDonnell in Wilkes-Barre on April 28, 1952, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. McDonnell'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 Mary hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Mary McDonnell as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 74.

Happy Birthday, Mary, you're the best!

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