Happy birthday! Larry Bird turns 59 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on December 7, 2024

The iconic and legendary basketball player turns 59 on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024.

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Larry Bird is celebrating his 59th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed basketball players of his generation.

Popular basketball player Larry Bird has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 59th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Bird, a cultural icon

Born Larry Joe Bird in West Baden Springs on December 7, 1965, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Bird's not just a great basketball player, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Larry hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Larry Bird as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 59.

Happy Birthday, Larry, you're the best!