Let's make this birthday one to remember.

74 years old (Born on September 18, 1950)

Happy Birthday to the incredible Anna Deavere Smith! From captivating audiences with your powerful one-woman play, "Fires in the Mirror," earning a Pulitzer Prize nomination, to stealing scenes as Nancy McNally on "The West Wing" and Gloria Akalitus on "Nurse Jackie," you've proven that one person truly can do it all. Your talent for portraying multiple characters single-handedly makes us wonder if you're secretly cloning yourself backstage.

Whether illuminating complex social issues or delivering sharp comedic timing, your performances always leave us inspired—and occasionally laughing uncontrollably. Here's wishing you another year filled with standing ovations, memorable roles, and perhaps fewer costume changes!