Happy birthday! Rooney Mara turns 41 today

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The iconic and legendary actress turns 41 on Friday, Apr. 17, 2026.
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Rooney Mara is celebrating her 41st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress Rooney Mara (Carol, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 41st birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Mara, a cultural icon

Born Patricia Rooney Mara in Bedford on April 17, 1985, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Mara'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 Rooney hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Rooney Mara as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 41.

Happy Birthday, Rooney, you're the best!

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