<p>As Hollywood actor <strong><a href="https://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/hollywood-news/article/chris-pratt-aims-to-honour-video-games-with-the-super-mario-bros-movie-23278113" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">Chris Pratt</a></strong>'s celebrated his 45th birthday his colleagues from the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) sent in heartfelt wishes and nostalgic messages.</p>
<p><strong><a href="https://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/hollywood-news/article/chris-pratt-aims-to-honour-video-games-with-the-super-mario-bros-movie-23278113" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">James Gunn</a></strong>, the renowned director behind the blockbuster hits 'Guardians of the Galaxy' shared a quirky picture alongside Pratt.</p>
<p>Gunn took to social media to express his gratitude and admiration for the actor who famously portrays Peter Quill/Star-Lord in the MCU.</p>
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<p>In his tribute, Gunn wrote, "Happy Birthday @prattprattpratt. Couldn't have asked for a better person to be by my side making movies all these years."</p>
<p>The post quickly garnered attention from fans who flooded the comments section with birthday wishes and speculation about potential future collaborations between Gunn and Pratt.</p>
<p>"Is this a sign of his DCU joining?" questioned one fan, hinting at the actor's potential involvement in the DC Extended Universe (DCEU).</p>
<p>Another fan expressed their admiration for the director-actor duo, hoping for a reunion in future projects by writing, "Happy Birthday @prattprattpratt ! I legit LOVE this duo and hope you guys work together again one day!!!"</p>
<p>Earlier in the day, Chris Pratt received another touching tribute from his wife, Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt.</p>
<p>Taking to Instagram, Katherine shared a carousel of cherished moments with her husband, captioning it with heartfelt birthday wishes.</p>
<p>"Happy birthday my love @prattprattpratt. Can't wait to celebrate you all day long! We love you!" she wrote, reflecting the couple's strong bond and affectionate relationship.</p>
<p>Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger tied the knot in June 2019 after a whirlwind romance that began in June 2018.</p>
<p>Their wedding, held in Montecito, California, was a joyous affair attended by close family and friends.</p>
<p>The couple welcomed their first daughter in 2020 and expanded their family with the birth of their second daughter in May 2022.</p>
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