Happy birthday! Barry Jenkins turns 46 today

Barry Jenkins is celebrating his 46th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed directors of his generation.

Popular director-screenwriter Barry Jenkins (Moonlight, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 46th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Jenkins, a cultural icon

Born in Miami on November 19, 1979, Barry Jenkins' career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Jenkins' not just a great director, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Barry hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Barry Jenkins as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 46.

Happy Birthday, Barry, you're the best!

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