Happy birthday! Ben Shapiro turns 42 today

The iconic and legendary television host turns 42 on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026.

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Ben Shapiro is celebrating his 42nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed television hosts of his generation.

Popular television host-activist Ben Shapiro has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 42nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Shapiro, a cultural icon

Born Benjamin Aaron Shapiro in Los Angeles on January 15, 1984, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Shapiro's not just a great television host, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Ben hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Ben Shapiro as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 42.

Happy Birthday, Ben, you're the best!

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