Let's make this birthday one to remember.

70 years old (Born on April 17, 1955)

Happy Birthday, Kristine Sutherland! From keeping Buffy grounded as Joyce Summers—Sunnydale's bravest mom—to wielding an axe against zombies (who knew art gallery owners had such hidden talents?), you've given us countless memorable moments. Your calm yet fierce presence made every supernatural crisis feel oddly relatable.

Whether comforting Buffy after heartbreak or hilariously navigating awkward parent-teacher nights at Sunnydale High, your warmth and humor always shone through. Here's hoping your birthday is vampire-free but filled with plenty of cake—and absolutely no cursed masks from the gallery!

Thanks for being everyone's favorite Slayer-mom; may this year bring you continued joy and success!