Happy birthday! Michel Barnier turns 75 today

The iconic and legendary politician turns 75 on Friday, Jan. 9, 2026.

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Former French Foreign Minister Michel Barnier is celebrating his 75th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed politicians of his generation.

Popular politician Michel Barnier has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 75th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Barnier, a cultural icon

Born in La Tronche on January 9, 1951, Michel Barnier's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Barnier's not just a great politician, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Michel hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Michel Barnier as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 75.

Happy Birthday, Michel, you're the best!

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