Happy birthday! Salma Hayek turns 60 today

By Lori Macatee
Mexico City
Last updated on September 2, 2026

The iconic and legendary actress turns 60 on Wednesday, Sep. 2, 2026.

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Salma Hayek is celebrating her 60th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress Salma Hayek (Wild Wild West, Desperado, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 60th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Hayek, a cultural icon

Born in Veracruz on September 2, 1966, Salma Hayek's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Mexican history. Hayek'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 Salma hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Salma Hayek as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 60.

Happy Birthday, Salma, you're the best!