85 years old (Born on January 13, 1940)
Happy Birthday, Edmund White! From guiding readers with wit and wisdom through "The Joy of Gay Sex," to courageously documenting life's symphonies in literature, you've penned a journey that's as honest as it is hilarious. Who knew enlightenment could be so boldly funny?Your timeless memoirs—especially works like "A Boy’s Own Story" and the resonant chords struck in "The Farewell Symphony"—still captivate hearts today. May this year's celebration bring you more laughter-filled pages, unabashed revelations (yes please!), and remind us all that age might just be another chapter for someone whose pen never loses its spark or humor!