Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is 72 years old as of October 2026. He was born on 17 January 1954.
Quick facts
Date of birth17 January 1954
Age72
NationalityAmerican
BirthplaceWashington, D.C., United States
Editor's Take:
Kennedy's public life falls into two distinct parts. For decades he was known as an environmental litigator, suing polluters on the Hudson and building the Waterkeeper network into a worldwide movement. From 2005 he also promoted vaccine misinformation, which scientists and medical groups have strongly criticised. His shift from a Democratic bid to an independent run, then to backing Trump, led to a cabinet post. His time at the health department has drawn legal and scientific challenges, making him one of the most contested figures in American public health.
Key Milestones
1987: Set up a student-staffed environmental law clinic at Pace University
1999: Co-founded the Waterkeeper Alliance
2023: Entered the presidential race as a Democrat, then became an independent in October
2024: Dropped out on 23 August and endorsed Donald Trump
2025: Sworn in as secretary of health and human services on 13 February
Robert Francis Kennedy Jr. (born January 17, 1954), also known by his initials RFK Jr., is an American politician, environmental lawyer, author, conspiracy theorist, and anti-vaccine activist serving as the 26th United States secretary of health and human services since 2025.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s birthday is January 17. He was born on January 17, 1954 in Washington, D.C., United States.
How old is Robert F. Kennedy Jr.?
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is 72 years old, and turns 73 on his next birthday, January 17.
Who shares a birthday with Robert F. Kennedy Jr.?
Famous people who share Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s January 17 birthday include Benjamin Franklin, Muhammad Ali, Michelle Obama, Jim Carrey and David Lloyd George.
