Happy birthday! Gerhard Richter turns 94 today

Gerhard Richter is celebrating his 94th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed artists of his generation.

Popular artist-painter Gerhard Richter has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 94th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Richter, a cultural icon

Born in Dresden on February 9, 1932, Gerhard Richter's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in German history. Richter's not just a great artist, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Gerhard hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Gerhard Richter as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 94.

Happy Birthday, Gerhard, you're the best!

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