Happy birthday! Sherri Shepherd turns 59 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on April 22, 2026

The iconic and legendary actress turns 59 on Wednesday, Apr. 22, 2026.

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Sherri Shepherd is celebrating her 59th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress-comedienne-television host Sherri Shepherd (The View, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 59th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Shepherd, a cultural icon

Born Sherri Evonne Shepherd in Chicago on April 22, 1967, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Shepherd'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 Sherri hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Sherri Shepherd as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 59.

Happy Birthday, Sherri, you're the best!