Drake turned 40 on Friday, and the celebration at Casa Cipriani in New York City was everything you’d expect and then some. According to TMZ, more than 400 friends and family filled the room, and guests walked out with Chanel and Hermés handbags. The event also ran like a game show, with cash prizes climbing from tens of thousands of dollars all the way to $1 million.
The night’s biggest surprise was the entertainment: the Backstreet Boys, all five members, showed up for a nostalgic set that had a room full of dressed-up guests singing along to songs they’ve known for decades. Drake arrived in a tuxedo with a shimmering jacket, a fitting look for a party that felt less like a birthday and more like a production.
The milestone lands during a massive year for Drake, who has released three albums in 2026. Add in his diamond-encrusted Rolex Daytona and his $185 million private jet, and 40 seems to be less about slowing down and more about going bigger. What’s the most memorable birthday party you’ve ever attended? Tell us in the comments.
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