Hugh Hefner has done the veteran reporter a solid.

For Charlie Gasparino, nothing is more important than God, country, the ability to whale on his pecs, and shots.

Some people are such founts of generosity that on their birthday, they think not of themselves and what they will receive, but rather of how they can brighten the days of others. Charles Gasparino is one such selfless, gallant human being. On this special day, January 28th, the 50th anniversary of his entrance into the world, Mr. Gasparino has chosen to present us with a priceless gift: the secrets of his success. Print them out, mark them up, use them to advance your own cause, or simply give thanks to the god of journalism for his magnanimous spirit.

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Charlie Gasparino sticks to the serious issues.