Happy birthday! Newt Gingrich turns 82 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on June 17, 2025

The iconic and legendary politician turns 82 on Tuesday, Jun. 17, 2025.

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Former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich is celebrating his 82nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed politicians of his generation.

Popular politician Newt Gingrich has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 82nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Gingrich, a cultural icon

Born Newton Leroy Gingrich in Harrisburg on June 17, 1943, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Gingrich'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 Newt hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Newt Gingrich as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 82.

Happy Birthday, Newt, you're the best!