Let's make this birthday one to remember.

79 years old (Born on October 17, 1945)

Happy Birthday, Thomas Kopache! Whether you're diplomatically navigating the corridors of power as Assistant Secretary Bob Slatterly on "The West Wing," bringing intensity to the unsettling world of "No Country for Old Men," or journeying through galaxies aboard "Babylon 5", you've consistently delivered memorable performances with class and expert precision.

Wishing you a birthday more delightful than a perfectly scripted Aaron Sorkin line, freer from complications than Babylonian diplomacy, and certainly less stressful than dealing with Anton Chigurh. May your special day be timeless (like your talent), unforgettable (unlike bureaucracy at State) and filled with humor brighter than interstellar dialogue exchange. Cheers!