Let's make this birthday one to remember.

56 years old (Born on January 21, 1969)

Happy Birthday, Matt Willig! From dominating the gridiron and hoisting that Super Bowl trophy with the Rams to bravely enduring another big game heartbreak alongside your Panthers teammates—your football journey has been nothing short of legendary. Who knew a guy built like an unstoppable freight train could also tackle Hollywood?

Your seamless transition from sacking quarterbacks to stealing scenes proves you're truly larger than life—in talent as well as stature. Whether intimidating heroes or charming audiences on screen, you've shown us all how gracefully giants can dance between careers. Here's wishing you endless success (and ceilings high enough) for years ahead!