Let's make this birthday one to remember.

70 years old (Born on June 20, 1954)

Today we celebrate the birthday of Ilan Ramon, Israel's pioneering astronaut and national hero. Though his journey ended tragically aboard Space Shuttle Columbia in 2003, Ramon's courage and humor continue to inspire us all. Who else could have made floating through space look so effortlessly cool?

From proudly representing Israel by bringing along a Torah scroll into orbit, to jokingly demonstrating how challenging it is eating hummus without gravity—Ramon showed that even astronauts can keep their sense of fun intact.

Happy Birthday, Ilan! Your legacy continues soaring high above Earth; your bravery still makes our spirits lighter than zero-gravity falafel balls!