As we raise a glass to Gerard Butler on his 55th birthday, we have to admire the man for his versatility and unwavering commitment to both his craft and his ability to look cool while doing just about anything. Whether he’s playing a king, a secret agent, a father, or a guy trying to protect the world, he brings the same level of intensity, charisma, and inexplicable charm that only Gerard Butler can offer.

So here’s to you, Gerard—Scotland’s finest. You’re 55 years old, but in our eyes, you’ll always be the one who fought a Persian army, saved the White House, and taught us all how to train a dragon, all while somehow looking like you just walked off the cover of a romance novel. Happy birthday, Mr. Butler. May you continue to defy both time and logic for many more years to come.