Happy birthday! Virginie Efira turns 49 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary actress turns 49 on Tuesday, May. 5, 2026.

Virginie Efira is celebrating her 49th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress-television host Virginie Efira (La Chance de ma vie, The Perfect Date, Off Prime, La Nouvelle Star, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 49th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Efira, a cultural icon

Born in Brussels on May 5, 1977, Virginie Efira's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Belgian history. Efira'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 Virginie hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Virginie Efira as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 49.

Happy Birthday, Virginie, you're the best!

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