Sarah Michelle Gellar Celebrates 48 with Throwback Selfie and Love from Friends
Let’s unpack this: Sarah Michelle Gellar just turned 48 and decided to give us a peek into her past with a darling throwback selfie from when she was just six. The iconic star of “Buffy The Vampire Slayer” posted the adorable snap on Instagram, clad in a floral dress and a shiny gold crown, captioning it with, “Today I’m channeling this birthday queen … luckily it’s me!!!” It’s like she’s reminding us that the queen bee vibe has been her thing since day one.
Naturally, her birthday didn’t go unnoticed in the celebrity world. Friends and former co-stars flocked to her Instagram to shower her with love. David Boreanaz, who played the brooding Angel on “Buffy,” dropped a simple yet heartfelt “Happy Birthday ❤️.” The actress Rachel Leigh Cook, who starred in “She’s All That,” chimed in with a playful nod to Gellar’s royal birthday vibe, calling her a true queen. Meanwhile, Brenda Song of “The Suite Life of Zack & Cody” fame also joined the birthday cheer, sending her warm wishes.
But the fun didn’t stop there—Gellar’s followers were treated to a mini-reunion. Jason Behr, who appeared on “Buffy” and later co-starred with her in “The Grudge,” shared nostalgic throwback photos from their time in Japan, asking, “Hey…wanna go back to Tokyo soon?” Gellar’s response was a resounding “yes please,” proving that not only does she look back fondly on her past, but she’s also ready for new adventures.
In a recent interview with PEOPLE, Gellar talked a bit about her evolving style. She admitted that while she used to be concerned about trends, she’s now more focused on expressing herself. “I think there’s a confidence that comes with age,” Gellar shared, hinting at her recent foray into fashion, which included a debut at Paris Fashion Week. So, who needs trends when you can just be your fabulous self?
Her work is far from over; fans are buzzing about a potential revival of “Buffy,” set to air on Hulu, with Gellar confirmed to reprise her iconic role. While the details remain under wraps, she mentioned that the original team is back on board, including some familiar faces. With Oscar-winner Chloé Zhao at the helm, it’s clear that the new project is shaping up to be something special.
So, as Gellar embraces her 48th year, it feels like she’s not just celebrating the passing of time; she’s also reminding us that age is merely a number, and the journey continues. Here’s to more fabulous selfies and slaying it—both on and off screen. Anyway, that’s the birthday buzz, so do with it what you will.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and People Magazine, Dotdash Meredith
Attribution: Creative Commons Licensed
