Jimmy Fallon walks down memory lane to delicious traditions of his youth on 49th birthday

Jimmy Fallon, the late-night television show host, has recalled the sweet tradition instilled in him by his parents on his 49th birthday.

Fallon, who blew out the candles on his cake on Tuesday, has reflected on the sweet memory, by taking to his Instagram account, and he shared, “Since I can remember my parents always got me an ice cream cake for my birthday. Lucky kid. Keeping ice cream cakes in business since 1974. (Thank you all for the birthday love.) #49.”

On Instagram, the Saturday Night Live alum posted a nostalgic snapshot from his early years, capturing the moment when he extinguished the candles atop his ice cream cake adorned with white and blue frosting during his seventh birthday celebration. In the image, a young Jimmy Fallon, aged seven, is seen wearing a white and orange baseball T-shirt.

When The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon host marked his 49th birthday, the virtual world came alive with well-wishes and heartfelt greetings. Friends and followers, from fans to fellow celebrities, flocked to his social media posts, showering him with warm messages and fond birthday wishes.

Andy Cohen commented “Happy birthday you funny stud!”

His fellow comedic performers, Amy Sedaris and Ego Nwodim wrote “HB!!!” and “Happy birthday!!!,” respectively.

Music producer Mark Ronson commented, “Happy birthday”

Apart from the heartfelt greetings shared by friends and family in his comment section, Jimmy Fallon was graced with a birthday message from his Strike Force Five podcast co-hosts: Stephen Colbert, Seth Meyers, John Oliver, and Jimmy Kimmel.