Happy birthday! Michel Onfray turns 67 today

The iconic and legendary philosopher turns 67 on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026.

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‘Counter-history of Philosophy’ author Michel Onfray is celebrating his 67th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed philosophers of his generation.

Popular philosopher Michel Onfray has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 67th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Onfray, a cultural icon

Born in Chambois on January 1, 1959, Michel Onfray's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Onfray's not just a great philosopher, 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 Onfray as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 67.

Happy Birthday, Michel, you're the best!

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