Let's make this birthday one to remember.

94 years old (Born on August 25, 1930)

Happy birthday to the legendary Irving Thalberg Jr.! Your philosophical insights still echo through lecture halls, inspiring students and colleagues alike. Who else could make Kantian ethics sound like stand-up comedy? We fondly recall your brilliant debates—always sharp, always witty—and how you effortlessly turned existential dread into a punchline.

Though you're no longer with us physically since 1987, your timeless wisdom continues to enlighten minds at the University of Chicago and beyond. Today we celebrate not just another year passing but also every moment you've made philosophy feel less intimidating (and infinitely more entertaining). Cheers to you!