Happy birthday! Sarah Paulson turns 50 today

The iconic and legendary actress turns 50 on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025.

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Sarah Paulson 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 Sarah Paulson (American Horror Story, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 50th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Paulson, a cultural icon

Born Sarah Catharine Paulson in Tampa on December 17, 1975, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Paulson'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 Sarah hasn't done.

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

Happy Birthday, Sarah, you're the best!

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