‘Thelma’ Star June Squibb on Being Called ‘The Dirtiest Mouth on Broadway’

variety.com:

Thelma” star June Squibb, who turned 95 on Nov. 6 and whose birthday blowout was a testament to how wide the actor’s appeal is.

People from all generations packed the private residence to pay their respects; celebs from Kumail Nanjiani, Chiwetel Ejiofor and Kathryn Newton mingled about.

A 16-minute video of well-wishers included everyone from Scarlett Johansson to John Goodman. It also included her “Glee” co-star Chris Colfer and his husband Will Sherrod pitching “Junerassic Park” — a theme destination dedicated to the actor that includes “Squibb Games.” Colfer reveals he has long teased Squibb about silly birthday celebrations. “For her 90th, I threatened to take her to Magic Mike in Vegas and for her 95th, we planned a skydiving trip,” he tells Variety.

He already has a suggestion for her centennial. “Naturally, having her cloned is the only appropriate way to celebrate her 100th.” At the center of all the hubbub was Squibb herself, holding court in an impressive show of grace and stamina for someone of any age — it probably helped that the longtime theater actor used to do eight shows a week on the regular. “My birthday party was a joy,” she says today. “Everyone loved it, and I had so much fun.