Happy birthday! Philippe Poutou turns 59 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary politician turns 59 on Saturday, Mar. 14, 2026.

Former French presidential candidate Philippe Poutou is celebrating his 59th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed politicians of his generation.

Popular politician Philippe Poutou has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 59th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Poutou, a cultural icon

Born in Villemomble on March 14, 1967, Philippe Poutou's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Poutou'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 Philippe hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Philippe Poutou as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 59.

Happy Birthday, Philippe, you're the best!

Philippe Poutou career in pictures

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