Happy birthday! Élie Semoun turns 63 today

By Lori Macatee
Paris
Last updated on October 16, 2026

The iconic and legendary comedian turns 63 on Friday, Oct. 16, 2026.

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‘Les Petites Annonces d'Élie’ creator Élie Semoun is celebrating his 63rd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed comedians of his generation.

Popular comedian-actor-singer Élie Semoun has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 63rd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Semoun, a cultural icon

Born Élie Semhoun in Antony on October 16, 1963, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Semoun's not just a great comedian, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Élie hasn't done.

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

Happy Birthday, Élie, you're the best!