91 years old (Born on March 06, 1934)
Happy Birthday, John Noakes! From scaling Nelson's Column without a safety harness to chasing after Shep on live TV, your fearless antics made Blue Peter unforgettable. Who else could turn sticky-back plastic and cardboard tubes into legendary adventures?Your boundless enthusiasm inspired generations of kids (and adults!) to embrace curiosity and courage. Even today, we fondly recall your daring parachute jumps and hilarious mishaps—proof that laughter truly is timeless.
Here's wishing you another year filled with adventure—but perhaps fewer run-ins with elephants or misbehaving pets this time around! Cheers to the man who taught us all how fun life can be.