Let's make this birthday one to remember.

54 years old (Born on October 28, 1970)

Happy Birthday, Ayad Akhtar! May your day be filled with joy, laughter, and absolutely nothing that's "Too Big to Fail." Your portrayal of Neel in the HBO film was so convincing that we're still checking our bank accounts nervously. Pulitzer Prize winner, acclaimed playwright—seriously, is there anything you can't do?

Here's wishing you another year of brilliant storytelling and captivating performances. May your creativity continue to soar higher than Wall Street bonuses. Keep inspiring us all with your wit and wisdom—and remember: birthdays are like financial crises; inevitable but always better when handled gracefully. Cheers to you!