Happy birthday! Queen Latifah turns 56 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on March 18, 2026

The iconic and legendary singer turns 56 on Wednesday, Mar. 18, 2026.

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Queen Latifah is celebrating her 56th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed singers of her generation.

Popular singer-rapper-model Queen Latifah (What Happens in Vegas, Hairspray, Chicago, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 56th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Queen Latifah, a cultural icon

Born Dana Elaine Owens in Newark on March 18, 1970, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Queen Latifah's not just a great singer, she's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business woman. At this point in her career, there seems to be little Queen Latifah hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Queen Latifah as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 56.

Happy Birthday, Queen Latifah, you're the best!