Happy birthday! Vivian Richards turns 74 today

Vivian Richards is celebrating his 74th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed athletes of his generation.

Popular athlete Vivian Richards has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 74th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Richards, a cultural icon

Born Isaac Vivian Alexander Richards in St. John's on March 7, 1952, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Antiguan history. Richards' 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 Vivian hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Vivian Richards as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 74.

Happy Birthday, Vivian, you're the best!

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