Let's make this birthday one to remember.

82 years old (Born on July 05, 1942)

Happy Birthday to the wonderful Louise Shaffer! From your Emmy-winning days playing the unforgettable Rae Woodard on "Ryan's Hope," you've delighted audiences with wit, charm, and unmatched elegance. Whether stirring up drama in Pine Valley ("All My Children") or intrigue in Springfield ("Guiding Light"), you never fail to impress.

And then there's your gift for storytelling—behind-the-scenes magic writing compelling storylines that captured hearts across generations like those adventures crafted for Port Charles residents on "General Hospital." Celebrating another fantastic trip around the sun may feel dramatic—but hey, isn't drama exactly what you're brilliant at? Here's wishing you endless applause (and cake!).