Actress
Viola Davis
Viola Davis was born on August 11, 1965 in Saint Matthews, Kentucky. She debuted on Broadway the year she turned 25, and starred in 'The Substance of Fire' the year she turned 30.
Viola Davis was born in 1965 and is currently 61 years old. Anyone born before 1965 is older than Viola.
Viola Davis is 61 years old in 2026, born on August 11, 1965 in Saint Matthews, Kentucky (Leo).
Viola Davis is 61 years old in 2026 and turned 61 on August 11, 2026. Viola Davis's age in every year ↓
Born
August 11, 1965
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Viola's age
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Viola's Life Timeline
Viola Davis was born on August 11, 1965, in Saint Matthews, South Carolina. She grew up in a challenging environment, facing poverty and discrimination. Despite these obstacles, she developed a passion for acting at a young age and pursued her dreams, eventually earning a scholarship to the Juilliard School, where she honed her craft.
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Davis's career took off in the early 2000s, with notable performances in theater, film, and television. She gained widespread recognition for her role in the Broadway production of 'Fences,' which earned her a Tony Award in 2010. In 2016, she won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in the film adaptation of 'Fences.' Additionally, she starred in the critically acclaimed television series 'How to Get Away with Murder,' which showcased her range and talent as an actress.
Viola Davis has made a significant impact on the entertainment industry, becoming the first African American woman to achieve an EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony). Her dedication to her craft and her advocacy for representation in Hollywood have solidified her legacy as one of the most influential actresses of her generation. As of now, she continues to work in film and television, inspiring others with her powerful performances and commitment to social change.
Debuted on Broadway
Viola Davis was 25 years old when she made her Broadway debut in 'The Maids.' This performance marked the beginning of her illustrious career in theater, showcasing her exceptional talent to a wider audience.
Viola Davis turned 25 in 1990, the year she debuted on Broadway. Are you older than Viola was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in 'The Substance of Fire'
Viola Davis was 30 years old when she starred in the off-Broadway play 'The Substance of Fire.' This role helped establish her as a formidable actress in the theater community, earning her critical acclaim.
Viola Davis turned 30 in 1995, the year she starred in 'The Substance of Fire'. Are you older than Viola was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Appeared in Out of Sight
Viola Davis appeared in Steven Soderbergh's 'Out of Sight,' starring George Clooney and Jennifer Lopez, in one of her early film roles.
Viola Davis turned 33 in 1998, the year she appeared in Out of Sight. Are you older than Viola was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Received a Tony Award
Viola Davis was 35 years old when she won her first Tony Award for her performance in 'King Hedley II.' This achievement highlighted her exceptional skills and solidified her status as a leading actress on Broadway.
Viola Davis turned 35 in 2000, the year she received a Tony Award. Are you older than Viola was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Appeared in Solaris
Viola Davis appeared in Steven Soderbergh's sci-fi drama 'Solaris,' starring alongside George Clooney.
Viola Davis turned 37 in 2002, the year she appeared in Solaris. Are you older than Viola was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Was nominated for an Academy Award
Viola Davis was 41 years old when she received her first Academy Award nomination for her role in 'The Help.' This nomination marked a significant milestone in her film career and brought her widespread recognition.
Viola Davis turned 41 in 2006, the year she was nominated for an Academy Award. Are you older than Viola was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Nominated for Oscar for Doubt
Viola Davis received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her powerful performance in 'Doubt,' despite appearing in only one scene.
Viola Davis turned 43 in 2008, the year she was nominated for Oscar for Doubt. Are you older than Viola was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won a second Tony Award
Viola Davis was 45 years old when she won her second Tony Award for her performance in 'Fences.' This win further established her as one of the leading actresses of her generation and showcased her talent in both theater and film.
Viola Davis turned 45 in 2010, the year she won a second Tony Award. Are you older than Viola was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in The Help
Viola Davis starred in 'The Help,' earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress for her portrayal of Aibileen Clark.
Viola Davis turned 46 in 2011, the year she starred in The Help. Are you older than Viola was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in How to Get Away with Murder
Viola Davis began starring as Annalise Keating in 'How to Get Away with Murder,' becoming the first Black woman to win the Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama.
Viola Davis turned 49 in 2014, the year she starred in How to Get Away with Murder. Are you older than Viola was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won an Academy Award
Viola Davis was 51 years old when she won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in 'Fences.' This achievement made her the first African American woman to win an Oscar for a role in a film adaptation of a play.
Viola Davis turned 51 in 2016, the year she won an Academy Award. Are you older than Viola was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won an Emmy Award
Viola Davis was 52 years old when she won an Emmy Award for her role in 'How to Get Away with Murder.' This win made her the first African American woman to win the Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series.
Viola Davis turned 52 in 2017, the year she won an Emmy Award. Are you older than Viola was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in Widows
Viola Davis starred in Steve McQueen's heist thriller 'Widows,' leading an ensemble cast in the critically acclaimed film.
Viola Davis turned 53 in 2018, the year she starred in Widows. Are you older than Viola was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in Ma Rainey's Black Bottom
Viola Davis starred as Ma Rainey in 'Ma Rainey's Black Bottom,' earning her fourth Academy Award nomination.
Viola Davis turned 55 in 2020, the year she starred in Ma Rainey's Black Bottom. Are you older than Viola was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Published a memoir
Viola Davis was 56 years old when she published a memoir.
Viola Davis turned 56 in 2021, the year she published a memoir. Are you older than Viola was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in The Woman King
Viola Davis starred as General Nanisca in 'The Woman King,' an epic historical action film about the Agojie warriors of Dahomey.
Viola Davis turned 57 in 2022, the year she starred in The Woman King. Are you older than Viola was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by year
How old was Viola Davis in each year?
- 2026
- Viola Davis is 61 years old in 2026 and turned 61 on August 11, 2026.
- 1990
- Viola Davis was 24 at the start of 1990 and turned 25 on August 11, 1990. That year, she debuted on Broadway.
- 1995
- Viola Davis was 29 at the start of 1995 and turned 30 on August 11, 1995. That year, she starred in 'The Substance of Fire'.
- 1998
- Viola Davis was 32 at the start of 1998 and turned 33 on August 11, 1998. That year, she appeared in Out of Sight.
- 2000
- Viola Davis was 34 at the start of 2000 and turned 35 on August 11, 2000. That year, she received a Tony Award.
- 2002
- Viola Davis was 36 at the start of 2002 and turned 37 on August 11, 2002. That year, she appeared in Solaris.
- 2006
- Viola Davis was 40 at the start of 2006 and turned 41 on August 11, 2006. That year, she was nominated for an Academy Award.
- 2008
- Viola Davis was 42 at the start of 2008 and turned 43 on August 11, 2008. That year, she was nominated for Oscar for Doubt.
- 2010
- Viola Davis was 44 at the start of 2010 and turned 45 on August 11, 2010. That year, she won a second Tony Award.
- 2011
- Viola Davis was 45 at the start of 2011 and turned 46 on August 11, 2011. That year, she starred in The Help.
- 2014
- Viola Davis was 48 at the start of 2014 and turned 49 on August 11, 2014. That year, she starred in How to Get Away with Murder.
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