Dave Blackburn, a longtime usher at Pittsburgh's PPG Paints Arena, is celebrating his 90th birthday and 64 years of service in Pittsburgh. He has become a beloved fixture among fans and staff.

"I'm just glad to go to work," Blackburn said.

His signature smile and blue vest have been part of his daily uniform for more than six decades.

Blackburn, who turns 90 on Saturday, continues to work each week at PPG Paints Arena, making him the only living person who started when the city's Civic Arena opened in 1961.

"I was looking for a job. I don't know who pointed me to the Civic Arena, but I went there and they hired me," Blackburn said.

Despite the many changes over the years, including the arena itself being demolished, one thing has remained constant: Blackburn's love for the job.

He

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