Happy birthday! Laura Bush turns 80 today

The iconic and legendary politician turns 80 on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026.

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Former First lady Laura Bush is celebrating her 80th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed politicians of her generation.

Popular politician Laura Bush has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 80th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Bush, a cultural icon

Born Laura Lane Welch Bush in Midland on November 4, 1946, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Bush's not just a great politician, she's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business woman. At this point in her career, there seems to be little Laura hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Laura Bush as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 80.

Happy Birthday, Laura, you're the best!

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