Let's make this birthday one to remember.

87 years old (Born on October 30, 1937)

Happy birthday to the brilliant Rudolfo Anaya! Celebrating you today brings ultimate joy, as timeless as Ultima’s wisdom and richer than Albuquerque’s vibrant skies. Your literary magic has blessed readers with characters more memorable than New Mexican green chile—leaving us perpetually hungry for more.

From the groundbreaking success of "Bless Me, Ultima" to receiving prestigious honors like the American Book Award and National Medal of Arts, your achievements inspire countless generations. You've crafted a literary legacy seasoned by creativity, culture, and humor—we're lucky readers who can't wait to see what next you'll enchant us with.

¡Feliz cumpleaños y salud!