Let's make this birthday one to remember.

68 years old (Born on October 12, 1956)

Happy Birthday, David Vanian—a frontman who proves that vampires really do age gracefully! From shocking audiences since joining The Damned in 1976 to helping create the punk anthem "New Rose," your eternal charm has kept us entertained for decades. Who knew darkness could shine so brightly?

Through iconic shows and everlasting hits, your voice led the way through rebellious anthems and haunting melodies alike. With recent triumphs still echoing from stages worldwide, you remind everyone you've mastered rock's secret recipe: equal parts macabre style, boundless talent—and possibly immortality? Keep rocking (and lurking fabulously) forevermore—Cheers to another damned fine year!