Mountaineer
Edmund Hillary
Edmund Hillary was born on July 20, 1919 in Auckland, New Zealand. He climbed Mount Makalu the year he turned 36, and led the Commonwealth Trans-Antarctic Expedition the year he turned 39.
Edmund Hillary was born in 1919 and lived to age 88. Anyone born before 1919 is older than Edmund. Anyone over 88 is older than Edmund ever was.
Edmund Hillary was born on July 20, 1919 in Auckland, New Zealand and died on January 11, 2008 at the age of 88. Edmund would be 107 years old today.
Edmund Hillary would be 107 years old in 2026 and would have turned 107 on July 20, 2026. Edmund Hillary's age in every year ↓
Born
July 20, 1919
Died
January 11, 2008
World pop. at birth
~1.8B
Edmund's age at death
88
Your age
20
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No — Edmund Hillary was born in 1919. You were born in 2006, making you 87 years younger. Edmund lived to age 88. You are currently 20, so you are not yet older than Edmund was when he died.
At your age (20), Edmund hadn't yet reached his first major milestone: he summited Mount Everest the year he turned 34. That's 14 years from now for you.
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Edmund's Life Timeline
Edmund Hillary was born on July 20, 1919, in Auckland, New Zealand. Growing up in a family of modest means, he developed a passion for the outdoors and adventure from a young age. After completing his education, he served as a navigator in the Royal New Zealand Air Force during World War II, which further fueled his interest in exploration and mountaineering.
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Hillary's major career achievements began with his successful ascent of Mount Everest on May 29, 1953, alongside Sherpa Tenzing Norgay, making them the first confirmed climbers to reach the summit. This monumental achievement brought him international fame and established him as a leading figure in the world of mountaineering. Following this, he led several expeditions to the Himalayas and contributed to the exploration of Antarctica, including the first successful ascent of Mount Makalu in 1955.
In his later life, Hillary became a prominent advocate for the Sherpa people and worked on various humanitarian projects in Nepal. He was recognized with numerous awards for his contributions to exploration and charity, including being named a Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 1995. Edmund Hillary passed away on January 11, 2008, at the age of 89, leaving behind a legacy as a pioneering explorer and humanitarian.
Summited Mount Everest
Edmund Hillary was 34 years old when he summited Mount Everest on May 29, 1953, alongside Tenzing Norgay. This achievement marked the first confirmed ascent of the world's highest peak and solidified Hillary's place in history as a pioneering mountaineer.
Edmund Hillary turned 34 in 1953, the year he summited Mount Everest. Are you older than Edmund was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Climbed Mount Makalu
Edmund Hillary was 36 years old when he climbed Mount Makalu in 1955. This ascent was significant as it was the first successful climb of this challenging peak, further establishing Hillary's reputation in the mountaineering community.
Edmund Hillary turned 36 in 1955, the year he climbed Mount Makalu. Are you older than Edmund was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Led the Commonwealth Trans-Antarctic Expedition
Edmund Hillary was 39 years old when he led the Commonwealth Trans-Antarctic Expedition in 1958. This expedition was notable for its successful crossing of Antarctica, showcasing Hillary's leadership and endurance in extreme conditions.
Edmund Hillary turned 39 in 1958, the year he led the Commonwealth Trans-Antarctic Expedition. Are you older than Edmund was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Founded the Himalayan Trust
Edmund Hillary was 47 years old when he founded the Himalayan Trust in 1966. This organization aimed to support the education and health of the Sherpa people, reflecting Hillary's commitment to giving back to the communities he encountered during his expeditions.
Edmund Hillary turned 47 in 1966, the year he founded the Himalayan Trust. Are you older than Edmund was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Received the Order of New Zealand
Edmund Hillary was 77 years old when he received the Order of New Zealand in 1996. This honor recognized his significant contributions to the country and his status as a national hero.
Edmund Hillary turned 77 in 1996, the year he received the Order of New Zealand. Are you older than Edmund was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Published 'View from the Summit'
Edmund Hillary was 79 years old when he published his autobiography 'View from the Summit' in 1998. This book provided insights into his life and adventures, inspiring future generations of explorers.
Edmund Hillary turned 79 in 1998, the year he published 'View from the Summit'. Are you older than Edmund was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Passed away
Edmund Hillary was 88 years old when he passed away on January 11, 2008. His death marked the end of an era for mountaineering, but his legacy continues to inspire adventurers around the world.
Edmund Hillary was 88 in 2008, the year he passed away. Are you older than Edmund was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by year
How old was Edmund Hillary in each year?
- 2026
- Edmund Hillary would be 107 years old in 2026 and would have turned 107 on July 20, 2026.
- 1955
- Edmund Hillary was 35 at the start of 1955 and turned 36 on July 20, 1955. That year, he climbed Mount Makalu.
- 1958
- Edmund Hillary was 38 at the start of 1958 and turned 39 on July 20, 1958. That year, he led the Commonwealth Trans-Antarctic Expedition.
- 1966
- Edmund Hillary was 46 at the start of 1966 and turned 47 on July 20, 1966. That year, he founded the Himalayan Trust.
- 1996
- Edmund Hillary was 76 at the start of 1996 and turned 77 on July 20, 1996. That year, he received the Order of New Zealand.
- 1998
- Edmund Hillary was 78 at the start of 1998 and turned 79 on July 20, 1998. That year, he published 'View from the Summit'.
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