Happy birthday! Nia Long turns 55 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on October 30, 2025

The iconic and legendary actress turns 55 on Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025.

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Nia Long is celebrating her 55th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress-dancer Nia Long (Third Watch, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 55th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Long, a cultural icon

Born Naitara Talita Long in New York on October 30, 1970, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Long'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 Nia hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Nia Long as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 55.

Happy Birthday, Nia, you're the best!