Here is a 35-year-old version of the chiseled actor lookin' cool and casual at a movie premiere in Los Angeles back in 2004 (left). This was the same year he played the role of Rick Cabot in the film "Crash" ... which took home three Academy Awards!

And, 19 years later ... the now 54 year old suited up at this year's Oscars Nominees Luncheon at The Beverly Hilton hotel (right). Brendan is nominated for an Academy Award for his leading role in "The Whale" but will he snag the trophy?!

His charming looks have definitely been a huge win over the years, but the question is ...