Let's make this birthday one to remember.

54 years old (Born on June 26, 1970)

Happy Birthday, Paul Thomas Anderson! May your day be filled with more excitement than Dirk Diggler's rise to fame in "Boogie Nights," and fewer awkward moments than his infamous recording studio session. Your films have taught us that life is a complex tapestry—sometimes hilarious, sometimes heartbreaking, but always unforgettable.

From the mesmerizing chaos of "Magnolia" to the quirky charm of "Licorice Pizza," you've consistently captured humanity's quirks and contradictions. Here's hoping your birthday celebration is as timelessly entertaining as your cinematic masterpieces—and may you continue directing life's absurdities with style for many years to come!