Happy birthday! Shelley Fabares turns 82 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary actress turns 82 on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026.

Shelley Fabares is celebrating her 82nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress-singer Shelley Fabares (Johnny Angel, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 82nd birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Fabares, a cultural icon

Born Michele Ann Marie Fabares in Santa Monica on January 19, 1944, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Fabares' 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 Shelley hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Shelley Fabares as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 82.

Happy Birthday, Shelley, you're the best!

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