Let's make this birthday one to remember.

40 years old (Born on April 10, 1985)

Happy Birthday, Barkhad Abdi! From your unforgettable line "I'm the captain now," you've commandeered our hearts and sailed straight into cinematic history. Your Oscar-nominated performance in *Captain Phillips* remains iconic—proving that sometimes pirates can steal scenes as effortlessly as ships.

Here's wishing you another year filled with captivating roles, thrilling adventures, and plenty of reasons to flash that trademark grin. May your talent continue to shine brighter than ever; after all, Hollywood knows exactly who's steering this ship! Cheers to more success ahead—and remember: today you're not just nominated for cake—you've won it outright. Happy birthday!