Let's make this birthday one to remember.

81 years old (Born on August 17, 1943)

Happy Birthday, John Humphrys! You've spent decades grilling politicians and keeping Britain informed—no easy feat when your daily routine involved politely interrupting prime ministers mid-sentence. Your legendary tenure anchoring the BBC's Nine O'Clock News in the 1980s set a gold standard for journalism, proving that even news anchors can become national treasures.

Even today, your sharp wit and fearless questioning remain unmatched. Whether it's holding powerful figures accountable or charming listeners on radio broadcasts, you've shown us all how to age gracefully—with humor intact and skepticism finely tuned. Here's wishing you another year of insightful commentary—and fewer evasive interviewees!