Celebs Turning a Year Wiser on January 2, 2026

Notable Birthdays

Actresses and Actors

• Paz Vega: Turning 50, proud mom of three (Ava, Lenon, Orson)
• Kate Bosworth: Celebrating her 43rd birthday, guest judge on Project Runway
• Gabrielle Carteris: Marking her 65th birthday, originally from Scottsdale, Arizona
• Tia Carrere: Turning 59, known for her role in True Lies
• Christy Turlington: Celebrating her 57th birthday, middle name Nicole
• Taye Diggs: Joining the celebration at 55, voiced King Triton in Disney Jr.'s Ariel
• Dax Shepard: Turning 51, directed CHIPS in 2017
• Cuba Gooding Jr.: Another star celebrating
• Renee Elise Goldsberry: From Hamilton, celebrating her birthday
• Bryson Tiller: Singer turning 33

Other Notable Figures

• Isaac Asimov: Famous sci-fi writer, born on this day
• Roger Miller: Country singer, born on this day
• Jack Hanna: Zookeeper and TV host, turning 79

Celebrating Another Year

Birthdays are a big deal. They're a time to celebrate another year of life, another year of achievements, and another year of fun facts. So, here's to the stars turning a year wiser on January 2, 2026!