Let's make this birthday one to remember.

61 years old (Born on March 07, 1964)

Happy Birthday to the magnificent Denyce Graves! Your voice has dazzled audiences worldwide, from your unforgettable portrayals of Carmen and Dalila—characters who taught us all that mezzo-sopranos truly have more fun—to your deeply moving performance at the Washington National Cathedral in 2001. You've shown us how music can heal hearts even in our darkest moments.

May this birthday bring you as much joy as you've given opera lovers everywhere. Here's hoping today is filled with laughter, cake (preferably dramatic enough for an operatic diva), and applause loud enough to rival opening night at The Met!

Brava, Denyce—keep hitting those high notes!