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Bill Maher

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Comedian · TV host

Bill Maher

American stand-up comedian and television host

Bill Maher is 70 years old, born on January 20, 1956 in New York City.

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Born
January 20, 1956, New York City
Age
70
Zodiac sign
Aquarius
Country
United States
Known as
Comedian, TV host

Official links: Official website (billmaher.com) · Instagram · X · Wikipedia

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Bill’s birthday, by the numbers

  • Bill Maher was born on a Friday.
  • Bill Maher has been alive for about 25,855 days.
  • Their 30,000-day milestone falls on March 10, 2038.
  • Their next birthday, turning 71, is on a Wednesday.
  • Next milestone: Bill Maher turns 75 on January 20, 2031, in 4 years and 2 months. More milestone birthdays
  • Bill Maher is younger than 1,036 and older than 5,810 of the living celebrities on CFOTD.
  • Half birthday: July 20. Birthstone: Garnet.
  • Bill Maher belongs to Baby Boomers.

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Mel GibsonActor · January 3, 1956Geena DavisActor · January 21, 1956Zbigniew BoniekSoccer player · March 3, 1956John LydonSinger · January 31, 1956Imelda StauntonActor · January 9, 1956Susanne BlakesleeActor · January 27, 1956

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Frequently asked questions

How old is Bill Maher?

Bill Maher is 70 years old, born on January 20, 1956 in New York City.

What is Bill Maher’s zodiac sign?

Aquarius, born January 20.

Does Bill Maher have an official website?

Yes: billmaher.com.