Let's make this birthday one to remember.

46 years old (Born on September 21, 1978)

Happy Birthday, Doug Howlett! You're officially older—but don't worry, you're still faster than most of us mere mortals. We haven't forgotten those lightning-fast sprints down the wing and your legendary dives over the try line. With every candle you blow out today, may you recall each glorious moment when defenders chased shadows trying to catch up with you.

From Auckland to Munster and all across international rugby fields, you've left a trail of bewildered opponents behind—becoming one of Test rugby's greatest-ever try scorers along the way. Here's hoping your birthday celebrations are as epic as your career highlights!