Happy birthday! Daniel Pennac turns 81 today

The iconic and legendary author turns 81 on Monday, Dec. 1, 2025.

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‘The Malaussene Saga’ author Daniel Pennac is celebrating his 81st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed authors of his generation.

Popular author Daniel Pennac has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 81st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Pennac, a cultural icon

Born in Casablanca on December 1, 1944, Daniel Pennac's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Pennac's not just a great author, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Daniel hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Daniel Pennac as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 81.

Happy Birthday, Daniel, you're the best!

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