Happy birthday! Michelle Bachelet turns 74 today

Former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet is celebrating her 74th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed politicians of her generation.

Popular politician Michelle Bachelet has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 74th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Bachelet, a cultural icon

Born Verónica Michelle Bachelet Jeria in Santiago on September 29, 1951, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Chilian history. Bachelet's not just a great politician, she's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business woman. At this point in her career, there seems to be little Michelle hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Michelle Bachelet as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 74.

Happy Birthday, Michelle, you're the best!

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