Happy birthday! Damien Hirst turns 61 today

Damien Hirst is celebrating his 61st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed artists of his generation.

Popular artist-painter Damien Hirst has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 61st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Hirst, a cultural icon

Born Damien Steven Hirst in Bristol on June 7, 1965, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in English history. Hirst's not just a great artist, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Damien hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Damien Hirst as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 61.

Happy Birthday, Damien, you're the best!

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