72 years old (Born on June 27, 1953)
Happy Birthday, Alice McDermott! May your day be as charming and delightful as Billy himself—though hopefully with fewer complicated family dramas. Your novels have gracefully captured life's subtle humor and profound truths, making us laugh even while tugging at our heartstrings.From winning the National Book Award for "Charming Billy" to earning Pulitzer nominations like "After This," you've consistently reminded readers that life’s greatest stories often lie in quiet moments of humanity. Here's hoping this birthday brings you plenty of cake, laughter, inspiration—and perhaps another award-winning novel (no pressure!). Cheers to many more chapters filled with joy!