Happy birthday! Barry Sanders turns 57 today

Barry Sanders is celebrating his 57th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed athletes of his generation.

Popular athlete Barry Sanders has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 57th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Sanders, a cultural icon

Born Barry David Sanders in Wichita on July 16, 1968, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Sanders' not just a great athlete, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Barry hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Barry Sanders as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 57.

Happy Birthday, Barry, you're the best!

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