Celebs Turning a Year Older on January 17, 2026

January 17, 2026, marks the birthday of many famous faces. From comedy to music, acting to sports, these individuals have left their mark in various fields.

Entertainment and Influential Figures

Steve Harvey

• Age: 69
• Notable Achievement: Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2013.

Jim Carrey

• Age: 64
• Fun Fact: Full name includes the middle name Eugene.

Michelle Obama

• Age: 62
• Notable Achievement: Won two Grammy Awards.

Joshua Malina

• Age: 60
• Notable Roles: Appeared in both "Law and Order" and "SVU" in different roles.

Kid Rock

• Age: 55
• Acting Role: Played Robby in the 2001 film "Joe Dirt."

Zooey Deschanel

• Age: 46
• Recent Work: Co-starred with Charlie Cox in the 2025 film "Merv."

Kelly Marie Tran

• Age: 37
• Recent Films: "The Wedding Banquet" and "Control Freak."

Other Notable Figures

• Maury Povich
• Chris Montez
• Joanna David
• Jane Elliott
• Mick Taylor

Historical Figures

• Benjamin Franklin
• Al Capone
• Betty White
• Vidal Sassoon
• James Earl Jones
• Muhammad Ali
• Andy Kaufman