Happy birthday! Bill Gates turns 71 today

The iconic and legendary business man turns 71 on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026.

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Microsoft founder Bill Gates is celebrating his 71st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed business men of his generation.

Popular business man Bill Gates has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 71st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Gates, a cultural icon

Born William Henry Gates III in Seattle on October 28, 1955, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Gates' not just a great business man, he's an inspiration, an icon and a very charming 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 Gates as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 71.

Happy Birthday, Bill, you're the best!

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