Happy birthday! José Eduardo dos Santos turns 82 today

The iconic and legendary politician turns 82 on Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024.

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Angolan president José Eduardo dos Santos is celebrating his 82nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed politicians of his generation.

Popular politician José Eduardo dos Santos has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 82nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

dos Santos, a cultural icon

Born in Sambizanga on August 28, 1942, José Eduardo dos Santos' career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Angolan history. dos Santos' 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 José Eduardo hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for José Eduardo dos Santos as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 82.

Happy Birthday, José Eduardo, you're the best!

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