Happy birthday! Harlan Coben turns 64 today

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The iconic and legendary author turns 64 on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026.
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‘Deal Breaker’ author Harlan Coben is celebrating his 64th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed authors of his generation.

Popular author Harlan Coben has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 64th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Coben, a cultural icon

Born in Newark on January 4, 1962, Harlan Coben's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Coben's not just a great author, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Harlan hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Harlan Coben as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 64.

Happy Birthday, Harlan, you're the best!

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