Let's make this birthday one to remember.

87 years old (Born on June 08, 1937)

Happy birthday to the legendary Bruce McCandless II, the astronaut who boldly went where no one had floated before—completely untethered! Your iconic spacewalk in 1984 remains unmatched; floating effortlessly above Earth, you made zero-gravity look easier than parallel parking. Seriously, your bravery and calmness while drifting solo through space still inspire awe (and mild panic attacks) among us mere mortals.

Here's wishing you another year filled with adventures that are slightly closer to home—and preferably tethered this time! May your courage continue inspiring generations of dreamers and explorers. Keep soaring high, Bruce—but maybe keep a rope handy just in case!