KJ Apa, the fan-favourite Archie Andrews from popular drama series Riverdale, turned 25 on Friday. The New Zealand-born actor, known for his killer smile and soul-searching eyes, enjoys a huge social media presence, with a whooping 18.8 million followers on Instagram. As the actor-painter-dad turns a year older today, here are a few moments from his life to appreciate KJ Apa in his full glory.

This “rare photo of the core 4” featuring Archie, Veronica, Betty and Kevin from Riverdale has nostalgia written all over it.

KJ Apa’s “Weekend perfection” is cuteness overloaded. The budding actor often takes to social media to glimpses of his personal life as papa Apa with Clara Berry.

Goofy Apa mode on! And we love the Archie Andrews-Veronica Lodge camaraderie.

Did you know the powerhouse actor also has a knack for art?

While KJ and Clara watch their awesome ‘pawsome’ all day, we are busy looking at all three of them.

Just a photograph that makes us fall in love with KJ Apa’s good looks.

Need fitness motivation? How about “Nothing like working out in the dirt under the thick sun with no music and no distractions,” asks KJ.

Happy birthday, Archie Andrews aka KJ Apa!