Sally Field Celebrates 80th Birthday with Warm Wishes

Sally Field, known for her outstanding contributions to film and television, celebrated her 80th birthday on November 6, 2026. The two-time Oscar and four-time Emmy winner marked the day with a lighthearted post on Instagram.

In the photo, Field stood comfortably in her kitchen holding a wine bottle in one hand and an empty glass in the other. Her post humorously noted, “So far, 80 feels like 79…but with a lot more wine.”

Many celebrities expressed their admiration and birthday wishes through social media. Andy Cohen shared his fondness for her, writing, “Happy birthday to the best neighbor I ever had ❤️.” Barry Jenkins honored her with the word “QUEEN,” while others like Carrie Preston, Ross Mathews, and Bonnie Hunt also conveyed their warm regards.

Field’s former Steel Magnolias co-star Julia Roberts posted a heartfelt message on Instagram Stories. The picture showed them playing a game on stage with host Jimmy Kimmel. Roberts referred to Field as a “shining light” and praised her vibrant personality.

Field’s son, Sam Greisman, shared his appreciation for his mother on Instagram. Posting a nostalgic photo from the 6th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards in 2000, he thanked her for supporting gay rights and for being a wonderful mother.

Sally Field has a storied career in entertainment, starting in the 1960s. She first gained attention in shows like Gidget and cemented her fame with The Singing Nun. Her Oscar-winning roles in Norma Rae and Places in the Heart further highlighted her talent. Field has received Emmys for works including Sybil, ER, and Brothers & Sisters. Recently, she earned her fourth Emmy for Remarkably Bright Creatures on Netflix.