Let's make this birthday one to remember.

74 years old (Born on June 29, 1950)

Happy Birthday, Michael Whelan! You've painted worlds so vivid and surreal that even dragons pause mid-flight to admire your brushwork. With 15 Hugo Awards under your belt, you've officially collected more trophies than most fantasy heroes have quests. And let's not forget—being the first living artist inducted into the Science Fiction Hall of Fame means you're basically a legend who didn't need resurrection spells or time travel to earn eternal glory.

Your artwork continues to inspire countless imaginations, proving once again that reality is overrated when compared with your fantastical visions. Here's wishing you another year filled with creativity—and fewer paint stains on your favorite shirt!