Happy birthday! Éric Métayer turns 68 today

The iconic and legendary comedian turns 68 on Friday, Jan. 23, 2026.

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Éric Métayer is celebrating his 68th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed comedians of his generation.

Popular comedian-actor Éric Métayer has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 68th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Métayer, a cultural icon

Born in Paris on January 23, 1958, Éric Métayer's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Métayer'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 Métayer as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 68.

Happy Birthday, Éric, you're the best!

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