Happy birthday! David LaChapelle turns 63 today

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Washington
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The iconic and legendary photographer turns 63 on Wednesday, Mar. 11, 2026.

David LaChapelle is celebrating his 63rd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed photographers of his generation.

Popular photographer-director David LaChapelle (Rize, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 63rd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

LaChapelle, a cultural icon

Born in Hartford on March 11, 1963, David LaChapelle's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. LaChapelle's not just a great photographer, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little David hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for David LaChapelle as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 63.

Happy Birthday, David, you're the best!

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