Let's make this birthday one to remember.

73 years old (Born on April 30, 1951)

Happy Birthday, Craig Lucas! From penning heartfelt plays like "Prelude to a Kiss" and the unforgettable screenplay for "Longtime Companion," you've brilliantly captured life's complexities with humor, warmth, and depth. Your talent in exploring sensitive topics such as AIDS awareness has touched countless hearts—proving that laughter truly is powerful medicine.

Whether directing on stage or crafting compelling screenplays, your creative genius continues to inspire audiences everywhere. May this birthday bring you as much joy as your work has brought us—and may your cake be sweeter than critics' praise (though that's quite a challenge!). Cheers to another year of timeless storytelling!