Happy birthday! Phylicia Rashād turns 78 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary actress turns 78 on Friday, Jun. 19, 2026.

Phylicia Rashād is celebrating her 78th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress-singer Phylicia Rashād (The Cosby Show, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 78th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Rashād, a cultural icon

Born in Houston on June 19, 1948, Phylicia Rashād's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Rashād'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 Phylicia hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Phylicia Rashād as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 78.

Happy Birthday, Phylicia, you're the best!

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