60 years old (Born on November 14, 1964)
Happy Birthday to the unstoppable Silken Laumann, the rowing sensation who made Canada beam brighter than her Olympic silver medal in Atlanta 1996! Silken, your powerful strokes didn't just propel you across waters; they rowed their way straight into our hearts. Carrying that Canadian flag during opening ceremonies was iconic—though rumor has it even that vibrant maple leaf couldn't keep pace with your swift stride.Today we celebrate you—not only for being an Olympian legend—but also for inspiring generations of athletes and showing us how resilience is truly timeless. Let’s hope your birthday cake doesn't require quite as much endurance as competitive rowing!