Let's make this birthday one to remember.

53 years old (Born on June 22, 1971)

Happy Birthday, Gary Connolly! You've tackled another year with the same agility and flair you showed on the pitch. From your dazzling runs as a fullback to those fearless tackles at center, your 31 caps for Great Britain between 1991 and 2003 remain legendary. Rumor has it defenders still wake up in cold sweats remembering how effortlessly you slipped past them.

May this birthday be filled with laughter, joy—and fewer bruises than your rugby days! Here's hoping you're celebrating today like it's Wembley '94 all over again—unstoppable and unforgettable. Cheers to many more years of sidestepping life's challenges gracefully!