Happy Birthday to Eagle Pennell!

73 years old (Born on July 28, 1952)

Happy Birthday, Eagle Pennell! From capturing the genuine spirit of Texas camaraderie in "The Whole Shootin' Match" (1978), to expertly chronicling barroom banter and grit in "Last Night at the Alamo" (1984), your footprint in American cinema is legendary. Your films remind us that life's most interesting moments are often found right between laughter, beer bottles, and honest friendship.

In honor of your birthday today, may you celebrate with as much authenticity and humor as you've brought audiences over the years. Here's hoping there's no shortage of good stories—or cold beers—to accompany you on another adventurous year ahead!