Let's make this birthday one to remember.

53 years old (Born on December 23, 1971)

Happy birthday, Chris Cook! You've been racing since 1999, proving you're faster—and better looking—than most of the cars you've driven. With every lap you completed over the years, fans and car mechanics alike have marveled that your charm still runs smoother than any engine.

Whether tackling tricky turns at Infineon or making bold moves in NASCAR events nationwide, your knack for staying calm under pressure has been legendary. May today's cake be quicker to disappear off its plate than you passing rivals on race day. Here's wishing another year filled with unforgettable victories and plenty of tire-smoking celebrations!