Happy birthday! Vanessa Redgrave turns 89 today

By Lori Macatee
London
Last updated on January 30, 2026

The iconic and legendary actress turns 89 on Friday, Jan. 30, 2026.

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Vanessa Redgrave is celebrating her 89th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress Vanessa Redgrave (The Butler, Anonymous, Coriolanus, Letters to Juliet, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 89th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Redgrave, a cultural icon

Born in London on January 30, 1937, Vanessa Redgrave's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in English history. Redgrave'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 Vanessa hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Vanessa Redgrave as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 89.

Happy Birthday, Vanessa, you're the best!