Happy birthday! Whoopi Goldberg turns 71 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on November 13, 2026

The iconic and legendary actress turns 71 on Friday, Nov. 13, 2026.

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Whoopi Goldberg is celebrating her 71st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress Whoopi Goldberg (Sister Act, Ghost, The Color Purple, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 71st birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Goldberg, a cultural icon

Born Caryn Elaine Johnson in New York on November 13, 1955, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Goldberg'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 Whoopi hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Whoopi Goldberg as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 71.

Happy Birthday, Whoopi, you're the best!