Let's make this birthday one to remember.

59 years old (Born on September 13, 1965)

Happy Birthday, David W. Donoho! May your special effects always explode on cue and never accidentally set the director's eyebrows ablaze again—though we admit that was one of our favorite behind-the-scenes moments this year!

Your incredible talent continues to dazzle audiences worldwide; from breathtaking explosions to seamless illusions, you've truly mastered movie magic. Here's hoping your birthday is filled with fewer pyrotechnics (unless intentional) and more cake-induced smiles.

Keep making cinematic dreams come true—and remember: age may be just a number, but perfectly timed special effects are forever legendary. Cheers to another spectacularly successful trip around the sun!