86 years old (Born on March 25, 1939)
Happy Birthday to the incredible Toni Cade Bambara! Your stories have always reminded us that "Blues Ain't No Mocking Bird," but birthdays sure are a great excuse for some joyful noise. From your powerful novel, Those Bones Are Not My Child, to the unforgettable tales in The Sea Birds Are Still Alive, you've given readers countless reasons to laugh, reflect, and celebrate.Today we toast you—not just for your literary brilliance—but also because anyone who can make salt eaters intriguing deserves an extra slice of cake! Here's wishing you another year filled with creativity, laughter, and timeless storytelling magic.