Happy birthday! Maura Tierney turns 61 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on February 3, 2026

The iconic and legendary actress turns 61 on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026.

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Maura Tierney is celebrating her 61st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress Maura Tierney (ER, NewsRadio, Liar Liar, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 61st birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Tierney, a cultural icon

Born Maura Therese Tierney in Hyde Park on February 3, 1965, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Tierney'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 Maura hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Maura Tierney as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 61.

Happy Birthday, Maura, you're the best!