Happy birthday! Franck Ribéry turns 43 today

The iconic and legendary footballer turns 43 on Tuesday, Apr. 7, 2026.

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Franck Ribéry is celebrating his 43rd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed footballers of his generation.

Popular footballer Franck Ribéry has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 43rd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Ribéry, a cultural icon

Born in Boulogne-sur-Mer on April 7, 1983, Franck Ribéry's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Ribéry's not just a great footballer, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Franck hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Franck Ribéry as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 43.

Happy Birthday, Franck, you're the best!

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