Happy birthday! Nelson Monfort turns 73 today

The iconic and legendary television host turns 73 on Thursday, Mar. 12, 2026.

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Nelson Monfort is celebrating his 73rd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed television hosts of his generation.

Popular television host Nelson Monfort has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 73rd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Monfort, a cultural icon

Born in Boulogne-Billancourt on March 12, 1953, Nelson Monfort's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Monfort's not just a great television host, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Nelson hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Nelson Monfort as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 73.

Happy Birthday, Nelson, you're the best!

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