Happy birthday! Paulo Coelho turns 79 today

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The iconic and legendary author turns 79 on Monday, Aug. 24, 2026.
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‘The Alchemist’ author Paulo Coelho is celebrating his 79th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed authors of his generation.

Popular author Paulo Coelho has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 79th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Coelho, a cultural icon

Born in Rio de Janeiro on August 24, 1947, Paulo Coelho's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Brazilian history. Coelho's not just a great author, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Paulo hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Paulo Coelho as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 79.

Happy Birthday, Paulo, you're the best!

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