Happy birthday! Don King turns 95 today

The iconic and legendary business man turns 95 on Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026.

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Legendary Boxing promoter Don King is celebrating his 95th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed business men of his generation.

Popular business man Don King has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 95th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

King, a cultural icon

Born Donald King in Cleveland on August 20, 1931, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. King's not just a great business man, he's an inspiration, an icon and a very charming man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Don hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Don King as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 95.

Happy Birthday, Don, you're the best!

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