Happy birthday! Olivier De Kersauson turns 80 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary sailor turns 80 on Saturday, Jul. 20, 2024.

Olivier De Kersauson is celebrating his 80th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed sailors of his generation.

Popular sailor Olivier De Kersauson (Les Grosses Têtes, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 80th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

De Kersauson, a cultural icon

Born in Bonnétable on July 20, 1944, Olivier De Kersauson's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. De Kersauson's not just a great sailor, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Olivier hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Olivier De Kersauson as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 80.

Happy Birthday, Olivier, you're the best!

Olivier De Kersauson career in pictures

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