Happy birthday! Richard Ford turns 82 today

The iconic and legendary author turns 82 on Monday, Feb. 16, 2026.

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‘The Sportswriter’ author Richard Ford is celebrating his 82nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed authors of his generation.

Popular author Richard Ford has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 82nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Ford, a cultural icon

Born in Jackson on February 16, 1944, Richard Ford's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Ford'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 Richard hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Richard Ford as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 82.

Happy Birthday, Richard, you're the best!

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