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David Attenborough — Age, Birthday & Biography

Born: 8 May 1926 · Age: 100

How old is David Attenborough?

David Attenborough is 100 years old as of October 2026. He was born on 8 May 1926.

Broadcaster and naturalist known for groundbreaking wildlife documentaries

Did you know?He is the only person to have won BAFTAs for programmes produced in black and white, colour, HD, 3D, and 4K.

Sir David Frederick Attenborough ( AT-ən-bər-ə; born 8 May 1926) is an English broadcaster, naturalist and writer.

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Age: 100
Status: Living

Born: May 8, 1926 · Isleworth, United Kingdom
Nationality: British
Known for: Science, Film, Television

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Father: Frederick Attenborough
Mother: Mary Clegg
Spouse: Jane Elizabeth Ebsworth Oriel

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