Happy birthday! Rashida Jones turns 50 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on February 25, 2026

The iconic and legendary actress turns 50 on Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026.

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Rashida Jones 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-screenwriter Rashida Jones (Parks and Recreation, Celeste and Jesse Forever, Boston Public, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 50th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Jones, a cultural icon

Born Rashida Leah Jones in Los Angeles on February 25, 1976, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Jones' 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 Rashida hasn't done.

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

Happy Birthday, Rashida, you're the best!