Alain Ducasse is 70 years old as of October 2026. He was born on 13 September 1956.
Quick facts
Date of birth13 September 1956
Age70
NationalityFrench-Monégasque
BirthplaceOrthez, France
Editor's Take:
Alain Ducasse turned a chef's name into a global business without losing his reputation for quality. His cooking celebrates Mediterranean produce and simple, exact flavours. He built a group of restaurants, schools and cookbooks across continents. He also pushed fine dining towards lighter dishes. Many top chefs trained in his kitchens. He also champions sustainable fishing and less meat on the plate. His group now runs restaurants on several continents. He is often called one of the most influential chefs of his time.
Key Milestones
1987: Opens Le Louis XV in Monaco
1990: Wins three Michelin stars
2000: Takes over the Plaza Athénée restaurant
2005: Holds three stars in three cities
Alain Ducasse (French:; born 13 September 1956) is a French-born Monégasque chef. He operates a number of restaurants, including Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester, which holds three stars (the top rating) in the Michelin Guide.
Alain Ducasse's birthday is September 13. He was born on September 13, 1956 in Orthez, France.
How old is Alain Ducasse?
Alain Ducasse is 70 years old, and turns 71 on his next birthday, September 13.
Who shares a birthday with Alain Ducasse?
Famous people who share Alain Ducasse's September 13 birthday include Roald Dahl, Thomas Müller, Arnold Schoenberg, Claudette Colbert and Fabio Cannavaro.
