Let's make this birthday one to remember.

72 years old (Born on December 10, 1952)

Happy Birthday, James Wolcott! Your razor-sharp wit and cultural critiques have kept Vanity Fair readers chuckling and nodding in agreement for years. Whether dissecting pop culture absurdities or elegantly skewering pretentious trends, your pen remains mightier—and funnier—than ever.

From your insightful contributions to The New Yorker to your memorable takes on society's quirks, you've consistently reminded us that humor is the best lens through which to view our chaotic world. Here's hoping this birthday brings you as much joy as you've brought readers with every clever turn of phrase.

Cheers to another year of brilliant observations and timeless laughs!