Let's make this birthday one to remember.

72 years old (Born on October 27, 1952)

Happy birthday, Roberto Benigni! Your boundless energy and unforgettable charm in "Life Is Beautiful" taught us all that laughter can triumph even in the toughest times. Who else could make hiding from Nazis seem like a playful game? Only you!

From your exuberant Oscar acceptance speech—leaping joyfully over seats—to your poetic passion for Dante's Divine Comedy, you've shown us how to embrace life with humor and heart. May this year bring you as much happiness as you've given audiences worldwide.

Here's wishing you another year filled with joyful antics, heartfelt storytelling, and plenty of reasons to jump on chairs again!