Happy birthday! Rachel Nichols turns 46 today

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Washington
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The iconic and legendary actress turns 46 on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026.

Rachel Nichols is celebrating her 46th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress-model Rachel Nichols (G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra, Alias, Criminal Minds, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 46th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Nichols, a cultural icon

Born Rachel Emily Nichols in Augusta on January 8, 1980, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Nichols' 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 Nichols as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 46.

Happy Birthday, Rachel, you're the best!

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