Happy birthday! John Podesta turns 77 today

The iconic and legendary politician turns 77 on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026.

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John Podesta is celebrating his 77th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed politicians of his generation.

Popular politician John Podesta has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 77th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Podesta, a cultural icon

Born John David Podesta in Chicago on January 8, 1949, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Podesta'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 John hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for John Podesta as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 77.

Happy Birthday, John, you're the best!

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