Let's make this birthday one to remember.

74 years old (Born on June 06, 1950)

Happy birthday, John Wardley! May your special day have more twists and turns than The Smiler, leaving you smiling even brighter. You've truly mastered the ups and downs; Oblivion gave us plunge-induced panic attacks while Professor Burp's Bubbleworks added whimsical charm (and fizzy nostalgia) to our Transylvanian dreams.

Of course, who could forget Mystique? Your magic proved so timeless it kept Blackpool captivated for two decades—precisely how long some of us spent recovering from our first drop on one of your rides. Here's wishing you a year ahead packed with thrills aplenty...just remember: life's great at any height—but it's better coaster-height!