Happy birthday! Melissa Benoist turns 38 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary actress turns 38 on Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026.

Melissa Benoist is celebrating her 38th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress-singer Melissa Benoist (Glee, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 38th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Benoist, a cultural icon

Born Melissa Marie Benoist in Littleton on October 4, 1988, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Benoist'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 Melissa hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Melissa Benoist as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 38.

Happy Birthday, Melissa, you're the best!

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