Kate Hudson turns 45: a look back (70 images)

By Wade Sheridan

Actress Kate Hudson, daughter of actress Goldie Hawn, known for her roles in "Almost Famous," "How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days," "Glass Onion" and more, turns 45 on Friday. Hudson recently released a new song titled "Live Forever" that celebrates motherhood. Here's a look back at her career through the years.

Hudson attends the photo call for "The Reluctant Fundamentalist" at the Lightbox during the Toronto International Film Festival in Toronto, Canada, on September 9, 2012. Hudson plays Erica in the film. File Photo by Christine Chew/UPI

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Hudson arrives at the LACMA Art + Film gala in Los Angeles on November 2, 2013. File Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI

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Hudson arrives on the red carpet at the 86th Academy Awards in Los Angeles on March 2, 2014. File Photo by Kevin Dietsch/UPI

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Co-stars Hudson (R) and Zach Braff arrive on the red carpet at the "Wish I Was Here" premiere in New York City on July 14, 2014. Hudson plays Sarah Bloom in the film. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI

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