Let's make this birthday one to remember.

46 years old (Born on September 01, 1978)

Happy Birthday, Jelka Van Houten! You've shined as a star on stage, screen and television — tackling memorable roles with humor and heart. Whether earning applause in the critically acclaimed musical "Turks Fruit," where your performance won you a prestigious Johnny Kraaijkamp Musical Award, or charming countless viewers into cheering for you at the Gouden Notekraker nominations—you always sparkle.

Here's to another year of inspiring laughter (and probably some tears) across theaters and screens alike. Keep dazzling us with your impeccable comedic timing, unmistakable charisma—and may this birthday bring more standing ovations than curtain calls can handle!