Let's make this birthday one to remember.

80 years old (Born on September 15, 1945)

Happy Birthday to the legendary Jessye Norman! May your day be as grand and dramatic as Elsa's entrance in Wagner’s Lohengrin—minus all that swan drama, of course. Your voice has soared through opera houses worldwide, effortlessly hitting notes most mortals only dream about.

From captivating audiences with your powerful renditions of Wagnerian masterpieces to inspiring countless aspiring singers, you've truly set a high note for excellence. Here's hoping this birthday brings you applause louder than any standing ovation—and cake sweeter than victory at Bayreuth!

Cheers to another year filled with music, laughter, and fewer tragic operatic endings!