Let's make this birthday one to remember.

66 years old (Born on August 14, 1959)

Happy Birthday to the ever-brilliant Marcia Gay Harden! From captivating us as Professor Nancy Abbey in "Mona Lisa Smile," where your sharp wit and empowering presence inspired countless smiles (and perhaps a few rebellious art students), you've consistently dazzled audiences with unforgettable performances.

Whether portraying fierce, complex characters or charming us effortlessly on screen, your talent remains timeless. Your recent successes continue to remind everyone why you're an Oscar-winning powerhouse—always authentic, always memorable.

Here's wishing you another year filled with laughter, joy—and hopefully fewer stern lectures for unruly students. Keep smiling that Mona Lisa smile; it suits you perfectly!