Happy birthday! E. L. James turns 62 today

The iconic and legendary author turns 62 on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025.

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‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ author E. L. James is celebrating her 62nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed authors of her generation.

Popular author E. L. James has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 62nd birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

James, a cultural icon

Born Erika Leonard in London on January 1, 1963, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in English history. James' not just a great author, she's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business woman. At this point in her career, there seems to be little Erika hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for E. L. James as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 62.

Happy Birthday, Erika, you're the best!

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