New Zealand Woman’s Weekly

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LIFE BEGINS AT 40

BORN IN 1981

Meghan Markle

The Duchess of Sussex celebrates her big day on August 4 (coincidentally sharing a birthday with hubby Prince Harry’s great-grandmother, The Queen Mother).

Natalie Portman

The former child star, born in Jerusalem and named Neta-Lee Hershlag, celebrates the big 4-0 on June 9.

Britney Spears

Still thought of by many as a teen pop princess, Toxic singer Britney marks her 40th on December 2.

Paris Hilton

Famous for having a great-granddad who started a chain of hotels – and appearing on reality TV – socialite Paris will no doubt push the boat out for her birthday on February 17.

Serena Williams

Serena’s not the only tennis legend starting a new decade this year – Roger Federer turns 40 on August 8,

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