Happy birthday! Philippe Geluck turns 72 today

The iconic and legendary cartoonist turns 72 on Thursday, May. 7, 2026.

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‘Le Chat’ author Philippe Geluck is celebrating his 72nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed cartoonists of his generation.

Popular cartoonist Philippe Geluck has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 72nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Geluck, a cultural icon

Born in Brussels on May 7, 1954, Philippe Geluck's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Belgian history. Geluck's not just a great cartoonist, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Philippe hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Philippe Geluck as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 72.

Happy Birthday, Philippe, you're the best!

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