Happy birthday! Masayoshi Son turns 69 today

SoftBank boss Masayoshi Son is celebrating his 69th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed business men of his generation.

Popular business man Masayoshi Son has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 69th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Son, a cultural icon

Born Son Masayoshi in Tosu on August 11, 1957, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Japanese history. Son's not just a great business man, he's an inspiration, an icon and a very charming man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Masayoshi hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Masayoshi Son as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 69.

Happy Birthday, Masayoshi, you're the best!

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