Let's make this birthday one to remember.

61 years old (Born on August 30, 1963)

Happy Birthday, John King! May your day be brighter than the CNN Magic Wall on election night and smoother than your flawless navigation through complex electoral maps. Your ability to break down political chaos into digestible bites has made you a legend—seriously, you're the only person who can make county-by-county vote counts feel like an exciting sports event.

Here's hoping this year brings even more memorable moments at CNN (and fewer sleepless nights during elections). Keep dazzling us with your insightful analysis and calm demeanor under pressure. Cheers to another year of being America's favorite map wizard!