Let's make this birthday one to remember.

84 years old (Born on January 30, 1941)

Happy Birthday, Gregory Benford! May your celebrations be as timeless and intriguing as the worlds you've crafted. From exploring cosmic mysteries in "Timescape" to thrilling adventures across galaxies with your iconic Galactic Center Saga series—your imagination has boldly gone where few astrophysicists dare venture.

Your stories have inspired countless readers (and perhaps a curious alien or two) over decades of stellar storytelling. Whether it's navigating Jupiter's moons or bending time itself, you continue to captivate us all. Here's hoping this birthday brings laughter brighter than supernovas—and cake tastier than interstellar travel rations!

Cheers to another orbit around our favorite star storyteller!