Let's make this birthday one to remember.

72 years old (Born on August 01, 1953)

Happy Birthday, Howard Kurtz! From dissecting media trends on CNN's Reliable Sources to steering the ship as Washington bureau chief at The Daily Beast, you've mastered the art of keeping journalism honest—and us entertained. Your sharp wit and insightful commentary have become legendary; even your toughest critics secretly tune in for pointers.

Here's wishing you another year filled with breaking scoops, memorable interviews, and fewer awkward microphone mishaps (though we admit those are pretty entertaining). Keep holding everyone accountable—especially yourself when it comes to birthday cake portions. Cheers to more headlines, laughs, and continued success ahead!