Happy birthday! Jack Lang turns 87 today

The iconic and legendary politician turns 87 on Wednesday, Sep. 2, 2026.

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Former French Culture Minister Jack Lang is celebrating his 87th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed politicians of his generation.

Popular politician Jack Lang has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 87th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Lang, a cultural icon

Born in Mirecourt on September 2, 1939, Jack Lang's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Lang'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 Jack hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Jack Lang as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 87.

Happy Birthday, Jack, you're the best!

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