Let's make this birthday one to remember.

86 years old (Born on March 15, 1939)

Happy Birthday, Ted Kaufman! You stepped into some pretty big shoes when you took over Joe Biden's Senate seat in 2009, and let's be honest—you rocked it. Not everyone can say they were the "Biden before Biden was cool," but you pulled it off with style.

Your brief yet impactful tenure reminded us all that sometimes the best politicians are those who serve with humility, humor, and genuine dedication. Here's hoping your birthday is filled with laughter, joy—and absolutely no filibusters. Cheers to another year of being everyone's favorite senator-turned-legendary placeholder!