Happy birthday! Jean-Louis Étienne turns 78 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary scientist turns 78 on Monday, Dec. 9, 2024.

Jean-Louis Étienne is celebrating his 78th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed scientists of his generation.

Popular scientist Jean-Louis Étienne has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 78th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Étienne, a cultural icon

Born in Vielmur-sur-Agout on December 9, 1946, Jean-Louis Étienne's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Étienne's not just a great scientist, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Jean-Louis hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Jean-Louis Étienne as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 78.

Happy Birthday, Jean-Louis, you're the best!

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