Let's make this birthday one to remember.

93 years old (Born on August 21, 1932)

Happy Birthday to the legendary Melvin Van Peebles! From shaking up cinema with your groundbreaking cult classic, "Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song," you've always been ahead of your time. Your fearless storytelling and bold creativity continue to inspire filmmakers everywhere.

Whether crafting powerful screenplays like "Panther," bringing depth in "The Sophisticated Gents," or fueling excitement in "Greased Lightning," you’ve consistently delivered unforgettable moments on-screen. Today we celebrate not just another year, but decades of trailblazing artistry and timeless coolness. Here's wishing you a birthday as badass as Sweetback himself—filled with laughter, joy, and plenty more cinematic adventures ahead!