Madonna kicked off her birthday celebrations with an Instagram video, sharing glimpses of the festivities with her fans. Just in time for her 65th birthday on August 16, the Queen of Pop made a triumphant return, gathering family and friends in Portugal to mark the occasion.
After being hospitalized in June due to a bacterial infection that landed her in the ICU, Madonna embraced this second chance at life with gratitude. Surrounded by her six children—Lourdes, 26, Rocco, 23, David, 17, Mercy, 17, and 10-year-old twins Stella and Estere—she enjoyed sailing, horseback riding, beach outings, and plenty of dancing in Lisbon.
As always, Madonna brought her signature style, and her children followed suit. Stella and Estere, whom she adopted in 2017 at the age of four, have grown inseparable from the pop icon. Dressed in matching $1,995 Majolica-print Dolce & Gabbana brocade dresses, the twins looked every bit like royalty. Their outfits, featuring a striking deep fuchsia pattern inspired by Italian heritage, perfectly complemented the celebratory mood.
Madonna herself matched her daughters, donning the same Dolce & Gabbana print while sailing. With fuchsia-tinted sunglasses, a stylishly tilted white hat, and her long blonde curls flowing in the wind, she exuded confidence and serenity.
If anyone deserved a joyful birthday celebration, it was Madonna. Always putting her children first with grace and strength, she embraced the moment, making it a truly special occasion.