Happy birthday! Larry Bird turns 52 today

The iconic and legendary basketball player turns 52 on Thursday, Dec. 7, 2017.

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Larry Bird is celebrating his 52nd 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 52nd 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 52.

Happy Birthday, Larry, you're the best!

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