Let's make this birthday one to remember.

78 years old (Born on October 18, 1946)

Happy Birthday, Howard Shore! May your day be as epic and timeless as the incredible scores you've composed. From bringing Middle-earth to life in "The Lord of the Rings," making hobbits heroic and elves enchanting, you’ve given us music that resonates through generations.

Your recent successes continue to amaze—each note crafted with precision reminds us why you're a maestro among composers. Whether it's thrilling adventures or quiet moments filled with emotion, your melodies always hit just right (and occasionally make grown-ups cry). Here's wishing another year full of inspiration—and fewer deadlines chasing after you like Nazgûl on horseback!