Meryl Streep Photo: IC

 US actress Meryl Streep turned 70 on Saturday, causing numerous Chinese fans to celebrate her birthday by posting film clips and photos of her on social media.

Streep has 17 Oscar nominations and three Oscar Awards, three Emmy Awards, 23 Golden Globe nominations and nine Golden Globe Awards.

Films such as The Bridges of Madison County, The Devil Wears Prada and The Iron Lady have made her very popular with Chinese moviegoers, who call her by the nickname "Aunt Mei."

 "U are simply the best," posted Netizen Miao Shaoye Mi along with a photo on Sina Weibo, thanking the actress for her many "textbook" performances.

"Wishing Meryl not only a happy birthday but every day a happy day and looking forward to you making more great works," posted Weiyi Meryl (lit: only Meryl).