Let's make this birthday one to remember.

49 years old (Born on January 23, 1976)

Happy Birthday, Nigel McGuinness! To the man who held championship gold longer than most people hold grudges—your record-breaking reign as Ring of Honor Pure Champion and World Champion still has fans chanting your name. Ranked #6 by Pro Wrestling Illustrated in 2009? Clearly they underestimated you; we all know you're number one when it comes to charisma (and stylish wrestling trunks).

Here's hoping this birthday is filled with fewer submission holds and more cake slices. May your celebrations be timeless like your legendary matches—and may no referee ever count out how many candles are on that cake!