Happy birthday, Mr. President: Obama turns 55

President Barack Obama turned 55 Thursday, and is expected to celebrate his last birthday at the White House in style.

Page Six reported that the birthday bash guest list includes Beyoncé, Jay Z, Kendrick Lamar, Ellen DeGeneres, Stevie Wonder, Jennifer Hudson and Magic Johnson.

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Obama received birthday greetings from notable figures.

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