Happy birthday! Barack Obama turns 65 today

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The iconic and legendary politician turns 65 on Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026.
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Former U.S. President Barack Obama is celebrating his 65th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed politicians of his generation.

Popular politician Barack Obama has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 65th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Obama, a cultural icon

Born in Honolulu on August 4, 1961, Barack Obama's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Obama's not just a great politician, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Barack hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Barack Obama as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 65.

Happy Birthday, Barack, you're the best!

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