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Holland Taylor's Life in Photos

In honor of her 83rd birthday, People highlighted the extraordinary life and career of Holland Taylor '64.

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Holland Taylor, her mother Virginia Davis Taylor, and her two sisters.
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Holland Taylor at the Emmys in 1999.
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Holland Taylor on Broadway in "Ann."
Credit: Ave Bonar

Reports People:

"Holland Taylor has been lighting up the stage and screen for more than five decades.

The actress, who turns 83 on Jan. 14, 2026, kicked off her acting career in the late 1960s on Broadway before venturing into television with roles on shows such as Beacon Hill and Bosom Buddies.

Now, more than 50 years after making her screen debut, Taylor is a Tony-nominated and Emmy-winning actress who continues to captivate audiences with her performances and in her personal life, is happily in love with fellow actress Sarah Paulson.

In honor of her birthday, here's a look back at her career and life in photos."