94 years old (Born on October 17, 1930)
Happy Birthday, Jimmy Breslin! You're the only columnist who could turn a subway delay into Pulitzer-worthy prose. Your honesty and heart have always shone brighter than Times Square at midnight, making even hardened New Yorkers crack a smile.From your legendary columns capturing everyday heroes to your fearless pursuit of truth, you've reminded us all that humanity thrives in the details. May your birthday be filled with as much wit and warmth as you've given this city—because let's face it, nobody else can make gritty sidewalks sound poetic quite like you do. Here's to another year of timeless storytelling!