Happy birthday! Michel Guérard turns 93 today

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Paris
  • Last updated on

The iconic and legendary chef turns 93 on Friday, Mar. 27, 2026.

Michel Guérard is celebrating his 93rd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed chefs of his generation.

Popular chef Michel Guérard has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 93rd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Guérard, a cultural icon

Born in Vétheuil on March 27, 1933, Michel Guérard's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Guérard's not just a great chef, 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 Guérard as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 93.

Happy Birthday, Michel, you're the best!

© 2026 MediaMass All rights reserved. Do not reproduce (even with permission).

Michel Guérard: Recent News

 

page served in 0.034s (1,2)