Happy birthday! Laurent Ruquier turns 63 today

By Lori Macatee
Paris
Last updated on February 24, 2026

The iconic and legendary television host turns 63 on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026.

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Laurent Ruquier is celebrating his 63rd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed television hosts of his generation.

Popular television host-producer Laurent Ruquier (On n'est pas couché, On va s'gêner, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 63rd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Ruquier, a cultural icon

Born in Le Havre on February 24, 1963, Laurent Ruquier's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Ruquier's not just a great television host, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Laurent hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Laurent Ruquier as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 63.

Happy Birthday, Laurent, you're the best!