Let's make this birthday one to remember.

81 years old (Born on June 07, 1943)

Happy Birthday, Nikki Giovanni! Your poetry has danced through decades with wit and wisdom—making us laugh, think deeply, and occasionally question our life choices. From your powerful verses in "Ego-Tripping" to the timeless charm of "Love Poems," you've proven that words can indeed age gracefully (unlike some birthday cakes we've encountered).

Recently celebrating milestones like receiving prestigious literary honors reminds us all how lucky we are to share this poetic journey with you. May your day be filled with laughter as vibrant as your poems—and may no one dare rhyme 'Giovanni' awkwardly today. Cheers to another brilliant year ahead!