Nia Long is 55 years old as of 2026.

Quick Scoop: How old is Nia Long?

Nia Long was born on October 30, 1970, in Brooklyn, New York.

That means she turned 55 on October 30, 2025, and she will turn 56 on October 30, 2026.

Fast facts

  • Full name: Nia Talita Long (also listed as Nitara Carlynn “Nia” Long in some sources).
  • Date of birth: October 30, 1970.
  • Profession: American actress known for roles in “Boyz n the Hood,” “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,” “The Best Man,” and “Big Momma’s House,” among many others.

Mini context: why people keep asking

Nia Long is often described as “ageless,” and she has spoken about being proud of her age instead of hiding it, noting in interviews that she embraces being in her fifties.

Recent articles in 2023–2026 still cite her birth year as 1970 and confirm she’s in her early-to-mid fifties, which aligns with her being 55 in 2026.

TL;DR: Nia Long was born October 30, 1970, so she is 55 years old right now (turning 56 in October 2026).

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