Happy birthday! Rachel McAdams turns 50 today

By Lori Macatee
Ottawa
Last updated on October 7, 2026

The iconic and legendary actress turns 50 on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026.

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Rachel McAdams is celebrating her 50th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress Rachel McAdams (Doctor Strange, The Vow, The Notebook, Mean Girls, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 50th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

McAdams, a cultural icon

Born in London on October 7, 1976, Rachel McAdams' career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Canadian history. McAdams' 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 Rachel hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Rachel McAdams as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 50.

Happy Birthday, Rachel, you're the best!