Happy Birthday to the timeless legend. Talented, beautiful and a turning point in the film industry.
“Being a celebrity has taught me to hide, but being an actor has opened my soul.” Credit to this wonderful blog.
To celebrate her birthday, you can watch Manhattan, Girl Rising, Falling In Love, A Cry in the Dark, Prime or Lion For Lambs on Netflix now!
(There's probably more on the US Netflix) She has more Academy Award nominations than any actor or actress in history, winning Best Supporting Actress for Kramer vs. Kramer (1979) and Best Actress for Sophie's Choice (1982) and The Iron Lady (2011). Streep is one of only six actors who have won three or more competitive Academy Awards for acting.
Fun facts about her: Educated at Yale University. Studied Drama.
Replaced Madonna for the lead in Music of the Heart (1999).
Donated her entire salary for The Iron Lady (2011) to the Women's History Museum.
Is a democrat.
Originally applied to Law School but slept in on the morning of her interview and took it as a sign she was destined for other things.
Was romantically involved with actor John Cazale for a total of 7 years, culminating with his death at age 42 in 1978 from bone cancer. She is very reluctant to discuss the relationship with anyone.
Happy bday!