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Jacques Cousteau
Jacques Cousteau was born on June 11, 1910 in Saint-André-de-Cubzac, France. He co-invented the Aqua-Lung the year he turned 33, and founded the Oceanographic Research Institute the year he turned 38.
Jacques Cousteau was born in 1910 and lived to age 87. Anyone born before 1910 is older than Jacques. Anyone over 87 is older than Jacques ever was.
Jacques Cousteau was born on June 11, 1910 in Saint-André-de-Cubzac, France and died on June 25, 1997 at the age of 87. Jacques would be 116 years old today.
Jacques Cousteau would be 116 years old in 2026 and would have turned 116 on June 11, 2026. Jacques Cousteau's age in every year ↓
Born
June 11, 1910
Died
June 25, 1997
World pop. at birth
~1.8B
Jacques's age at death
87
Your age
20
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Jacques's Life Timeline
Jacques Cousteau was born on June 11, 1910, in Saint-André-de-Cubzac, France. He grew up in a family that encouraged exploration and adventure, which influenced his passion for the sea from a young age. Cousteau joined the French Navy during World War II, where he began to develop his skills in underwater exploration and filmmaking.
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In 1943, Jacques Cousteau was 33 years old when he co-invented the Aqua-Lung, a revolutionary device that allowed divers to breathe underwater for extended periods. This invention significantly advanced the field of scuba diving and opened up new possibilities for underwater exploration. Over the next few decades, he produced numerous documentaries, including the acclaimed series "The Undersea World of Jacques Cousteau," which aired from 1968 to 1976, bringing the beauty of the ocean to millions of viewers.
Cousteau's legacy includes his dedication to ocean conservation and education. He founded the Cousteau Society in 1973, aimed at protecting marine life and promoting awareness of environmental issues. Jacques Cousteau passed away on June 25, 1997, at the age of 87, leaving behind a profound impact on marine exploration and conservation efforts worldwide.
Co-invented the Aqua-Lung
Jacques Cousteau was 33 years old when he co-invented the Aqua-Lung, a groundbreaking device that revolutionized scuba diving. This invention allowed divers to explore underwater environments with greater freedom and safety, significantly advancing the field of underwater exploration.
Jacques Cousteau turned 33 in 1943, the year he co-invented the Aqua-Lung. Are you older than Jacques was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Founded the Oceanographic Research Institute
Jacques Cousteau was 38 years old when he founded the Oceanographic Research Institute in 1948. This institute played a crucial role in marine research and education, promoting the study and conservation of ocean ecosystems.
Jacques Cousteau turned 38 in 1948, the year he founded the Oceanographic Research Institute. Are you older than Jacques was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Launched 'The Undersea World of Jacques Cousteau'
Jacques Cousteau was 58 years old when he launched 'The Undersea World of Jacques Cousteau' in 1968. This television series brought the wonders of the ocean to millions, raising public awareness about marine life and environmental issues.
Jacques Cousteau turned 58 in 1968, the year he launched 'The Undersea World of Jacques Cousteau'. Are you older than Jacques was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Published 'The Silent World'
Jacques Cousteau was 61 years old when he published 'The Silent World' in 1971. This book, which accompanied his film of the same name, detailed his underwater adventures and highlighted the beauty and fragility of marine ecosystems.
Jacques Cousteau turned 61 in 1971, the year he published 'The Silent World'. Are you older than Jacques was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Founded the Cousteau Society
Jacques Cousteau was 63 years old when he founded the Cousteau Society in 1973. This organization was dedicated to marine conservation and education, advocating for the protection of ocean environments worldwide.
Jacques Cousteau turned 63 in 1973, the year he founded the Cousteau Society. Are you older than Jacques was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Passed away
Jacques Cousteau was 87 years old when he passed away on June 25, 1997. His contributions to marine exploration and conservation left a lasting legacy, inspiring future generations to protect the oceans.
Jacques Cousteau turned 87 in 1997, the year he passed away. Are you older than Jacques was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by year
How old was Jacques Cousteau in each year?
- 2026
- Jacques Cousteau would be 116 years old in 2026 and would have turned 116 on June 11, 2026.
- 1943
- Jacques Cousteau was 32 at the start of 1943 and turned 33 on June 11, 1943. That year, he co-invented the Aqua-Lung.
- 1948
- Jacques Cousteau was 37 at the start of 1948 and turned 38 on June 11, 1948. That year, he founded the Oceanographic Research Institute.
- 1968
- Jacques Cousteau was 57 at the start of 1968 and turned 58 on June 11, 1968. That year, he launched 'The Undersea World of Jacques Cousteau'.
- 1971
- Jacques Cousteau was 60 at the start of 1971 and turned 61 on June 11, 1971. That year, he published 'The Silent World'.
- 1973
- Jacques Cousteau was 62 at the start of 1973 and turned 63 on June 11, 1973. That year, he founded the Cousteau Society.
Jacques Cousteau's age in every year
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