Happy birthday! Gilles De Robien turns 85 today

The iconic and legendary politician turns 85 on Friday, Apr. 10, 2026.

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Former French Education Minister Gilles De Robien is celebrating his 85th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed politicians of his generation.

Popular politician Gilles De Robien has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 85th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

De Robien, a cultural icon

Born in Cocquerel on April 10, 1941, Gilles De Robien's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. De Robien'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 Gilles hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Gilles De Robien as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 85.

Happy Birthday, Gilles, you're the best!

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