Let's make this birthday one to remember.

73 years old (Born on February 19, 1952)

Happy Birthday, Amy Tan! Another year wiser and still effortlessly turning life's complexities into literary gold. Your recent successes continue to inspire us all—whether it's your captivating storytelling or the way you gracefully juggle speaking engagements with writing masterpieces.

From sharing heartfelt insights at conferences to charming readers worldwide, you've proven that age is just a number (and humor never gets old!). May this birthday bring as much joy as your best-selling novels have brought countless fans around the globe. Here's hoping today involves fewer plot twists than one of your stories—but plenty of cake and laughter instead!