Navigating the complexities of past relationships can be tricky, especially when it comes to special occasions like birthdays. Whether you’re looking to extend a light-hearted message or simply acknowledge his day, our list of 50 birthday wishes for your ex-boyfriend has you covered.

From playful jabs to sincere sentiments, these messages strike the perfect balance between humor and nostalgia, making it easy to send your best wishes without reopening old wounds.

1. Happy birthday! I hope your day is as fabulous as you think you are.

2. Cheers to another year of pretending to be an adult! Enjoy your day.

3. Wishing you all the best today—just don’t expect me to celebrate with you.

4. Happy birthday! I hope you find someone who appreciates your unique charm.

5. Another year, another chance to reflect on how far we’ve come—or not!

6. Happy birthday! I hope your cake is sweeter than your goodbyes.

7. Wishing you a year filled with growth—both personal and, you know, in height.

8. Happy birthday! Here’s to your continued quest for wisdom.

9. Cheers to you! I hope you learn to cook better this year—those ramen noodles can only take you so far.

10. Happy birthday! May your year be filled with unexpected surprises, preferably not involving me.

11. Here’s to another trip around the sun—good luck navigating the journey!

12. Wishing you a birthday filled with as much joy as you brought to my life.

13. Happy birthday! Don’t worry, you still look great for your age—whatever that is.

14. Cheers to you! I hope you finally achieve your lifelong goal of being less of a hot mess.

15. Happy birthday! May you find peace in all the chaos you create.

16. Wishing you a day full of fun—just remember, it’s your party, not mine!

17. Happy birthday! I hope you’re celebrating with someone who actually likes you.

18. Cheers to you! May your day be as drama-free as possible.

19. Wishing you success in all your endeavors—just not the ones that involve me.

20. Happy birthday! Here’s to hoping you finally find out what you want in life.

21. Another year older, and still no sign of maturity—congratulations!

22. Happy birthday! Remember, age is just a number… but you’re still stuck with your personality!

23. Wishing you happiness today—don’t worry, I won’t crash the party.

24. Cheers to you! May this year be filled with less confusion and more clarity.

25. Happy birthday! I hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoyed our time together.

26. Here’s to your special day! Just don’t expect any gifts from me.

27. Wishing you a year full of self-discovery—like where you left your dignity!

28. Happy birthday! May your next relationship be less of a rollercoaster.

29. Cheers to you! Let’s hope you learn from your past mistakes this year.

30. Happy birthday! I hope your cake is rich enough to drown out all the bad decisions.

31. Wishing you a fabulous birthday! Just remember to keep the drama at bay.

32. Happy birthday! Here’s to you making wiser choices—eventually.

33. Cheers to another year of your relentless charm and questionable decisions!

34. Happy birthday! I hope your day is as fabulous as your delusions.

35. Wishing you clarity and purpose this year—because you could definitely use it.

36. Happy birthday! May your friends continue to tolerate you for another year.

37. Cheers to you! Here’s to another year of pretending to have it all figured out.

38. Happy birthday! I hope you finally understand the meaning of “closure.”

39. Wishing you a day as great as your ability to dodge responsibility!

40. Happy birthday! Here’s hoping you find what you’re looking for this year.

41. Cheers to you! May your year be filled with interesting adventures, preferably without me.

42. Happy birthday! Just remember, age is just a reminder that you still owe me dinner.

43. Wishing you all the happiness you can find—preferably far away from me!

44. Happy birthday! I hope your day is filled with people who appreciate you—unlike I did!

45. Cheers to another year of questionable life choices! Enjoy the ride.

46. Happy birthday! I hope you finally get that life advice you keep ignoring.

47. Wishing you the best on your special day, as long as it doesn’t involve me!

48. Happy birthday! Here’s to hoping you finally take some responsibility for your actions.

49. Cheers to you! May you enjoy today without reliving the past.

50. Happy birthday! Just remember, some things are best left behind—including us.

No matter how your relationship ended, sending a birthday wish can be a fun way to acknowledge the shared memories. Use these 50 birthday wishes for your ex-boyfriend to celebrate his special day with a mix of humor and good intentions. Whether you choose a witty remark or a heartfelt note, you’re sure to leave a lasting impression—without any unnecessary drama.