Let's make this birthday one to remember.

76 years old (Born on May 06, 1949)

Happy Birthday, David! You've soared higher than most of us ever dream—literally. From piloting Challenger to navigating Columbia and Atlantis, you've clocked more frequent flyer miles in space than we have on Earth. Rumor has it NASA still checks with you before launching anything important.

Your stellar adventures aboard three iconic shuttles are legendary, but your down-to-earth humor is what truly makes you timeless. May this birthday be filled with laughter brighter than re-entry flames and cake tastier than astronaut ice cream. Here's hoping gravity treats you kindly today—you've earned a break from floating around!

Cheers to many more orbits around the sun!