Let's make this birthday one to remember.

74 years old (Born on October 31, 1950)

Happy Birthday, Jane Pauley! From your groundbreaking days on the "Today" show to your insightful storytelling on "Dateline NBC," you've kept us informed and entertained with grace, wit, and timeless charm. Your ability to tackle serious topics while still bringing warmth and humor has made you a beloved figure in journalism.

Whether you're interviewing world leaders or unraveling mysteries that keep us glued to our screens late at night—your poise never falters. Here's hoping this birthday brings as much joy as you've brought viewers over the years (and fewer plot twists than an average Dateline episode). Cheers!