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While preparing a birthday party for one of Sophia's (Estelle Getty) friends, the girls reminisce about past birthday celebrations of their own. Highlights in this flashback episode include the tumultuous 50th birthday party for Sophia's dear departed husband, Sal (played by Sid Melton, best remembered as Charlie Halper on the old Danny Thomas Show), and Rose's (Betty White) surprise bash for Dorothy (Bea Arthur) at Mr. Ha Ha's Hot Dog Hacienda. But the fondest memories are recalled by Blanche (Rue McClanahan), as she conjures up visions of several big birthday surprises -- all of them wearing pants.