Let's make this birthday one to remember.

61 years old (Born on January 23, 1964)

Happy Birthday, Mariska Hargitay! You've spent decades chasing down criminals as Olivia Benson on "Law & Order: SVU," proving that justice—and your impeccable hair—never go out of style. Whether you're delivering powerful courtroom speeches or giving suspects the iconic Benson stare-down, you've made crime-fighting look effortlessly cool.

From winning an Emmy to becoming TV's longest-running female character in a primetime drama series (talk about dedication!), you continue inspiring us all with strength and compassion both onscreen and off. Here's hoping this birthday brings fewer interrogations and more cake-filled celebrations—you've certainly earned it after 25 seasons of keeping New York safe!