Viola Davis/Instagram "I got love ... Wrote Janelle Monáe, "😍😍Happy birthday beautiful soul 😍😍." Davis opened up to PEOPLE this past April about her career, including how stardom ...

Viola Davis celebrates her incredible mom’s birthday with heartfelt words and rare photos—meet the woman behind the star!

and more - Viola Davis' accolades are never-ending. She gave a few iconic performances not only on big screens but also on ...

3. Davis is one of six siblings. 4. When it comes to acting, she prefers the theater. 5. One of her favorite roles was her portrayal of serial killer Terry Randolph on 'Law & Order: Criminal Intent'.

Happy birthday to my HEART!!!! My LOVE!!!!! MY EVERYTHING!!!! My G!!' Davis began in her post. 'Happy 12th birthday!!!! I love you beyond anything I could imagine' she added, along with four ...

4. When it comes to acting, she prefers the theater. 5. One of her favorite roles was her portrayal of serial killer Terry Randolph on 'Law & Order: Criminal Intent'. Happy Birthday, Viola Davis!

"Happy birthday beautiful viola!!!!" Davis opened up to PEOPLE this past April about her career, including how stardom took her by surprise despite her impressive trajectory and numerous accolades.

Viola Davis is marking a big milestone ... while video footage showed loved ones wishing her a happy birthday and singing to her during the special dinner as she was presented with her cake.