Let's make this birthday one to remember.

87 years old (Born on July 04, 1937)

Happy Birthday, Professor Nagel! May your day be free from existential angst and filled with cake—just don't think too deeply about whether the cake truly exists. Your timeless exploration into consciousness has convinced us all that it's impossible to fully grasp "what it is like" for a philosopher to blow out candles each year.

From groundbreaking contributions in philosophy of mind, ethics, political thought—and challenging everyone on moral luck—you've continually provoked thoughtful debates worldwide. Thank you for reminding humanity how complicated yet humorous existence can be. Here's hoping today brings fewer philosophical dilemmas…and more slices of birthday joy!