From Mary Louise to Meryl Streep... Happy birthday to the legendary Oscar-winning actress!

Meryl Streep holds the record for the most Academy Award nominations in history and out of 23 nods at the Oscars, she has won three times. This renowned actress has come along way since she was born Mary Louise Streep in Summit, New Jersey, and shows no signs of slowing down now she has turned 74. From 'Sophie's Choice' to 'Mamma Mia!', find out more about this incredible actress...