72 years old (Born on February 27, 1953)
Happy birthday, Gavin! Here's wishing everyone's favourite Newsnight legend—whose calm demeanor could tame even the feistiest politician—a truly wonderful day. Your years gracefully navigating complex debates and breaking down intricate political dramas made evenings spent watching BBC News at Five far more entertaining than any reality TV show.May your celebration be as lively as election night coverage (minus all those pesky recounts), sprinkled with humour sharper than your memorable interviews. Whether unravelling Westminster mysteries or brilliantly steering through national complexities, you've proven that politics can indeed bear a smile—or at least induce several chuckles along the way. Enjoy every moment!
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