Let's make this birthday one to remember.

82 years old (Born on January 04, 1943)

Happy Birthday, Doris Kearns Goodwin! May your celebration be as extraordinary and timeless as the historical figures you've brought vividly to life. From unraveling Roosevelt family dinners in "No Ordinary Time" (who knew wartime rationing could sound so intriguing?) to decoding Lincoln's political genius with a team of rivals who make today's politicians look tame—your storytelling has made history feel like juicy gossip.

Your insightful commentary continues inspiring us all; after reading about Kennedys' dramas or Eleanor’s resilience, we realize our own families aren't quite that complicated after all. Here's wishing you another year filled with fascinating discoveries—and perhaps fewer footnotes!