Happy birthday! Phil Mickelson turns 56 today

Phil Mickelson is celebrating his 56th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed athletes of his generation.

Popular athlete Phil Mickelson has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 56th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Mickelson, a cultural icon

Born Philip Alfred Mickelson in San Diego on June 16, 1970, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Mickelson's not just a great athlete, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Phil hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Phil Mickelson as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 56.

Happy Birthday, Phil, you're the best!

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