Happy birthday! Dan Quayle turns 79 today

The iconic and legendary politician turns 79 on Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026.

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Former Vice President of the United States Dan Quayle is celebrating his 79th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed politicians of his generation.

Popular politician Dan Quayle has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 79th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Quayle, a cultural icon

Born James Danforth Quayle III in Indianapolis on February 4, 1947, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Quayle's 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 Dan hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Dan Quayle as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 79.

Happy Birthday, Dan, you're the best!

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