81 years old (Born on November 22, 1943)
Happy birthday to the incredible Safi Faye! Celebrating you today is easier than pronouncing "ethnologist" after a slice of cake. As the pioneering filmmaker who broke barriers by becoming Sub-Saharan Africa's first woman director of a commercial feature film, you've truly set an unbeatable standard—talk about directing your own destiny!Your groundbreaking films continue inspiring generations and sparking conversations worldwide. Whether capturing cultural nuances or challenging cinematic norms, you're always ahead of your time (and probably behind another camera). Here's wishing you endless reels filled with laughter, joy—and fewer retakes—in this exciting new chapter. Happy Birthday!