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Zooey Deschanel received a special letter for her birthday from a very high-ranking man: President Barack Obama.

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Deschanel is birthday twins with First Lady Michelle Obama, which was an easy reminder for the commander-in-chief to send the New Girl star a special note on the 17th.

In addition to wishing her a happy birthday, Obama thanked Deschanel for "all (she) has done to encourage and support young women who are making a difference across our country."

The 32-year-old actress co-founded HelloGiggles, an entertainment website devoted to women that partnered with the White House for a campaign called "Women Working to Do Good," which highlights women around the country who make a difference in their communities.

Imagine receiving a letter that ends "Sincerely, Barack Obama." Pretty humbling. Even for a celebrity…

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