Happy birthday! Mitch McConnell turns 84 today

The iconic and legendary politician turns 84 on Friday, Feb. 20, 2026.

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Mitch McConnell is celebrating his 84th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed politicians of his generation.

Popular politician Mitch McConnell has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 84th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

McConnell, a cultural icon

Born Addison Mitchell McConnell Jr. in Sheffield on February 20, 1942, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. McConnell'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 Mitch hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Mitch McConnell as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 84.

Happy Birthday, Mitch, you're the best!

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