Happy birthday! Liu Xiang turns 42 today

By Lori Macatee
Beijing
Last updated on July 13, 2025

The iconic and legendary athlete turns 42 on Sunday, Jul. 13, 2025.

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Liu Xiang is celebrating his 42nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed athletes of his generation.

Popular athlete Liu Xiang has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 42nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Liu, a cultural icon

Born Liu Xiang in Shanghai on July 13, 1983, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Chinese history. Liu's not just a great athlete, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Xiang hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Liu Xiang as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 42.

Happy Birthday, Xiang, you're the best!