Dani's 18th Birthday Crossword

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Across
  1. 2. Icon with swiveling hips and a voice that defined an era
  2. 5. Allowed by law, or official in status
  3. 6. Decade famed for its music, tech, and fashion evolution
  4. 10. Observed yearly, it’s an individual’s personal anniversary
  5. 11. Formal acknowledgment of scholarly completion
  6. 18. They burn bright and brief, often extinguished with a wish
  7. 19. The heartthrob of New York’s arachnid hero
  8. 20. Birthday girl we all love and adore
  9. 21. Significant life achievement or turning point
  10. 22. Platform known for fleeting videos and viral moments
  11. 23. Genre focused on eliciting fear and suspense
Down
  1. 1. Age often signifying adulthood, yet not full freedom
  2. 3. Masked hero known for scaling walls and saving cities
  3. 4. Long-bodied animal also recognized as a popular food item
  4. 7. High point of school years, marking the end of an era
  5. 8. Tokens of appreciation or celebration, often wrapped
  6. 9. Gathering marked by revelry, invitations required
  7. 12. Evening affair, often with multiple courses and company
  8. 13. Exclamation of celebration or a toast to good times
  9. 14. Sweet centerpiece often layered and frosted
  10. 15. Transition into legal independence and responsibility
  11. 16. Small item or act of goodwill, often exchanged at gatherings
  12. 17. Something cherished or unforgettable from the past