Spike Lee was born on March 20, 1957 in Atlanta, Georgia.

But don't get it twisted; he's a New Yorker for life.

And he's a sports fan for life.

Whether he's looking at the scoreboard,

Judging from afar at the Oscars,

Or joining in as ref when he's courtside,

You always know what Spike is feeling. We appreciate an emotionally honest man!

Happy Birthday, Spike Lee!