Let's make this birthday one to remember.

80 years old (Born on September 24, 1944)

Happy birthday, Gilles Lipovetsky! May your day dazzle with as much flair as your groundbreaking exploration of postmodernity. Your insights into hyperindividualism and consumer culture have reshaped intellectual debates—just like skinny jeans reshaped fashion (though, thankfully, you've done so with fewer awkward moments).

Your recent achievements continue to enlighten us; every lecture and publication reinforces why you're philosophy's very own rockstar. Who else could make discussions on modern narcissism sound almost charming?

So here's to you, Gilles—philosopher extraordinaire! May your day be delightfully ironic yet sincerely enjoyable (in true postmodern fashion). Keep illuminating the absurdities of contemporary culture—we're certainly grateful!