Happy birthday! Éric Blanc turns 59 today

By Lori Macatee
Paris
Last updated on October 13, 2024

The iconic and legendary comedian turns 59 on Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024.

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Éric Blanc is celebrating his 59th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed comedians of his generation.

Popular comedian Éric Blanc has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 59th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Blanc, a cultural icon

Born Éric Degbegni in Cotonou on October 13, 1965, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Blanc'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 Éric hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Éric Blanc as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 59.

Happy Birthday, Éric, you're the best!