On this date, 44 years ago, a gust wind blew open a wood garden gate, carrying with it leaves, twine, and loose buttons.Nearby, a rope tree swing rocked slightly, disturbing a crow that had been perched on the sturdy branch above; it ruffled its feathers and cawed at the blanched sky above it.
And that's how Winona Ryder was born.
Happy birthday, Wino.
From living in a yurt with your family in an artist commune on a farm, to starring in some of the most beloved movies of the past 20 years, you've simply given us life, over and over again.
You've dated studs like Matt Damon...
...and of course, Mr. Depp.
You're given back, in a major way...
...have a gloriously spooky sounding Netflix original series on the way...
...and aside from a few bumps (we don't blame you, boo)...
you've effortlessly glided through the often treacherous and eternal twilight of Hollywood.
In honor of the incomparable Ms. Ryder, here are our 10 favorite Wino-roles.10. Beth MacIntyre, Black Swan (2010): Fatal Attraction's graceful cousin.
9. Rina, Lucas (1986): Your first role. The haircut. Those eyes. The unrequited pining for the movie's tragic hero, Lucas. You broke our hearts.
8.May Welleland, The Age of Innocence (1993): Victorian Wino with the earnestness of a wind chime. 
7. Kim Boggs, Edward Scissorhands (1990): Pom-poms with a side of heart.
6. Jo March, Little Women, (1994): Enough passion to fuel a gas lantern.
5. Lelaina Pierce, Reality Bites (1994): Generation Yes.
4. Charlotte Flax, Mermaids (1990): Gay icon.
3. Lydia Deetz, Beetlejuice (1988): The look.
2. Susanne Keysen, Girl, Interrupted (1999): Girl, yes.
1. Veronica Sawyer,Heathers (1988): Legend.
We owe you a lot, Winona. Thank you for existing. 
