Happy birthday! George W. Bush turns 80 today

The iconic and legendary politician turns 80 on Monday, Jul. 6, 2026.

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Former U.S. President George W. Bush is celebrating his 80th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed politicians of his generation.

Popular politician George W. Bush has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 80th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Bush, a cultural icon

Born in New Haven on July 6, 1946, George W. Bush's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Bush's not just a great politician, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little George W. hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for George W. Bush as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 80.

Happy Birthday, George W., you're the best!

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