Happy birthday! Chris Hipkins turns 48 today

Former New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins is celebrating his 48th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed politicians of his generation.

Popular politician Chris Hipkins has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 48th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Hipkins, a cultural icon

Born Christopher John Hipkins in Wellington on September 5, 1978, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in history. Hipkins' not just a great politician, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Chris hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Chris Hipkins as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 48.

Happy Birthday, Chris, you're the best!

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