Last year, on her 42nd birthday, celebrity gossip tabloids were saying that Jennifer Aniston was lonely and going through inner turmoil on a daily basis.
What a difference a year makes.
With a serious boyfriend in Justin Theroux, a career that's taken some fun new turns, and a face and body that seem to look better with age (we didn't know that was possible, but Aniston's defying the odds), she's on top of the world.
We're sure the Brad Pitt rumors (reconciliation/love child/whatever) will surface again soon. That's just how the tabloids roll ... every month of every year.
But today, on her 43rd birthday, there's little doubt that in the real world, Jen has reached a much better place, both personally and professionally.
Click to enlarge some of our favorite Jennifer Aniston photos below and share your birthday greetings for the43-year-old by leaving a comment ...
March 7th, 2012 10:17 PM
not in a happy place if you still have to pose naked at 43 to get attention.
February 22nd, 2012 2:28 PM
Happy Birthday Jennifer! Be happy!
February 13th, 2012 4:24 PM
happy birthday jennifer! I think u are absolutly the best. You look awesome as always.
February 13th, 2012 4:23 PM
happy birthday jennifer! I think u are absolutly the best. You look awesome and have the best personality.
February 12th, 2012 5:52 AM
Happy b'day jen, remember to enjoy life and that u are unique in your own special way no matter what people will say about...
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February 11th, 2012 11:35 PM
Go Jen!!
February 11th, 2012 9:44 PM
Happy Birthday, Jennifer!
February 11th, 2012 9:28 PM
Happy Bithday Jennifer. You're so beautiful, young, classy and talented. We believe that your inner beauty makes you look better each day.
February 11th, 2012 7:02 PM
Happy 43rd Birthday Jen! I will also be turning 43 in May. You are my inspiration in every way. It is true that people can be beautiful both inside and out and you are solid proof of that!!
February 11th, 2012 6:05 PM
In my dream last night, she was our friend and at our party when huge stuffed dogs started floating across the sky. Each dog had a cow nursing/hanging from each teat!