Let's make this birthday one to remember.

26 years old (Born on October 23, 1998)

Happy birthday, Amandla Stenberg! May your day be filled with more joy than Katniss had arrows and fewer awkward moments than Rue hiding in trees. From stealing hearts as the unforgettable Rue to inspiring us all off-screen with your powerful voice for social justice—your journey has been nothing short of legendary.

Here's hoping this year brings you even greater adventures (and maybe a little less dystopian drama). Keep shining bright on screen and beyond; may the odds always remain ever in your favor—and cake plentiful enough that Effie Trinket would approve. Cheers to another fantastic chapter ahead!