Rebel Wilson at the 92nd annual Academy Awards in Los Angeles

Rebel Wilson Marked Her 42nd Birthday In Luxury And Got The Best Gift Ever

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By Fiyin Olowokandi on March 3, 2022 at 10:30 AM PST

Rebel Wilson showed the world that she is living her best life as she became 42 years older on the second day of March.

The Australian beauty had more than her new age to celebrate as she noted that she received a special gift to commemorate the occasion. 

The "Bridesmaids" actress is now an official resident of the United States for all intent and purposes. She also gave fans a peek into her glamorous birthday celebration.

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Rebel Wilson Becomes Permanent US Resident Amid Luxurious 42nd Birthday Celebration

Rebel Wilson arrives for the 92nd annual Academy Awards in Los Angeles
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New Year, New Nationality! On Thursday, March 3, Wilson took her Instagram Story to reveal that she is now a permanent citizen of the US.

The "Pitch Perfect" actress uploaded an image of her latest green card, which confirmed the news. Her full name Rebel Melanie Eliz Wilson, was displayed along with her photograph and nationality.

Wilson blotted other information on the black and white card and gushed about it, writing, "Wow. The best birthday present just arrived!" with a pink heart emoji.

The "How To Be Single" star has resided and worked in the US for more than ten years after graduating from the Australian Theatre for Young People in 2003.

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Wilson also received a sweet package from Netflix, featuring a birthday note sent by the team wishing her health, happiness, and inspiration on her special day.

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The 42-year-old's birthday note came with a breathtaking bouquet of white flowers and body care items gift box.

The actress previously starred in the streaming platform's 2019 movie "Isn't It Romantic" alongside Liam Hemsworth and is cast in the new Comedy "Senior Year."

Wilson flew to Mexico with her best friends in tow to mark her new age in grand style at the One&Only Palmilla resort located at the edge of the Baja Peninsula in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.

The celebrant gave fans a peek into the grand festivities on Instagram. In one image captioned "Birthday weekend," with a plane emoji, Wilson and her best friends stood on the stairs of a private jet before flying off to their location.

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Present in the image were singer and actor Hugh Sheridan, Founder of Lemon Ve Limon Ramona Agruma, and actress and TV presenter Carly Steel.

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Wilson shared another photo of her rocking a stylish turquoise blazer on a white top, blue jeans, and tan shoes while having a drink and relishing the dreamy view outside the resort.

The "Super Fun Night" star captioned the photo, "Spending my One&Only birthday this year at the One&Only Palmilla." 

Wilson also posted a video of her and friends enjoying the Mexican night in front of a picturesque backdrop of popping fireworks. She wrote in her caption, "Biggest birthday surprise with these besties # Cabo Capers ?‍♀️."

Lastly, the celebrant uploaded a clip of moments from her birthday weekend, including footage of her hitting a pretty piñata.

Wilson wrote under the video, "Well, I'm now on 42nd street! Thank you again, @oneandonlypalmilla @ooresorts, for having me and some great mates at your spectacular resort to celebrate! ?????." 

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Rebel Wilson Flaunts New Man Following Split From Billionaire Ex

Wilson may have marked her new age in Cabo with not just her friends but the new man she flaunted last December following her breakup from her billionaire boyfriend, Jacob Busch.

The Blast disclosed that paparazzi photographed the new US citizen getting cozy with Matt Reid while at a couple's breakfast outing at a cafe in Hornsby, Sydney.

It was noted that their meal location was close to the tennis player's home. The two fanned romance flames by smiling and sitting side by side.

The "Pooch Perfect" star flaunted her jaw-dropping fit frame in a hot pink t-shirt, black biker shorts, blue sneakers while her gorgeous blonde hair gleamed.

An insider revealed that the "Night at The Museum: Secret of The Tomb" actress met Reid through "Bachelor" alum Brittany Hockley. The latter is in a relationship with another tennis player Jordan Thompson.

Wilson is also a fan of the sport and acted as the honorary keynote speaker during the Australian Open's Inspirational series lunch in 2020.

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