Happy birthday! Bill Cosby turns 87 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on July 12, 2024

The iconic and legendary comedian turns 87 on Friday, Jul. 12, 2024.

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Bill Cosby is celebrating his 87th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed comedians of his generation.

Popular comedian-actor-producer Bill Cosby (The Cosby Show, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 87th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Cosby, a cultural icon

Born William Henry Cosby, Jr. in Philadelphia on July 12, 1937, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Cosby's not just a great comedian, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Bill hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Bill Cosby as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 87.

Happy Birthday, Bill, you're the best!