Happy birthday! Carl Lewis turns 64 today

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The iconic and legendary athlete turns 64 on Tuesday, Jul. 1, 2025.
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Carl Lewis is celebrating his 64th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed athletes of his generation.

Popular athlete Carl Lewis has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 64th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Lewis, a cultural icon

Born Frédéric Carlton Lewis in Birmingham on July 1, 1961, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Lewis' 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 Carl hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Carl Lewis as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 64.

Happy Birthday, Carl, you're the best!

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