Kim Basinger

In Fifty Shades of Grey, Jamie Dornan’s Christian Grey alludes to his former lover / sex buddy Elena Lincoln, who basically serves as his very own Mrs. Robinson — the two had an affair when Christian was just 15 years old, as if his whole situation couldn’t get any more skeevy. Today comes news that Universal has found its Ms. Lincoln in Kim Basinger, a fitting choice for the role of the seductive, experienced and confident character who will throw a wrench in Christian’s relationship with Ana.

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Kim Basinger Age: 58 Occupation: Actress Known For: Winning an Oscar for her performance in ‘L.A. Confidential,’ roles in other films like ‘Batman,’ ‘The Natural,’ ’9½ Weeks,’ and ’8 Mile,’ a former marriage to ’30 Rock’ actor Alec Baldwin, and numerous court battles with him over custody of their daughter