Athlete
Larry Bird
Larry Bird was born on December 7, 1956 in West Baden Springs, Indiana. He won NBA Rookie of the Year at age 23 and won his first NBA Championship at 25.
Larry Bird was born in 1956 and is currently 70 years old. Anyone born before 1956 is older than Larry.
Born
December 7, 1956
West Baden Springs, Indiana
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Larry's age
70
Your age
20
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Larry's Life Timeline
Larry Bird was born on December 7, 1956, in West Baden Springs, Indiana. He grew up in a small town and developed a passion for basketball at a young age. Bird faced challenges during his early life, including a difficult family background, but he persevered and became a standout player at Springs Valley High School.
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Bird's professional career began when he was drafted by the Boston Celtics in 1978. He was 22 years old when he won the NBA Rookie of the Year award in 1980, marking the start of a legendary career. Over the next decade, Bird led the Celtics to three NBA championships (1981, 1984, 1986) and was named the NBA Most Valuable Player three times (1984, 1985, 1986). His rivalry with Magic Johnson during the 1980s is credited with revitalizing the NBA and drawing significant attention to the sport.
After retiring from playing in 1992, Bird continued to influence basketball as a coach and executive. He was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1998. In his later life, Bird has remained involved in basketball, serving as a coach and president of basketball operations for the Indiana Pacers. His legacy as one of the greatest basketball players of all time endures, and he is celebrated for his contributions to the game.
Drafted by the Boston Celtics
Larry Bird was 22 years old when he was selected by the Boston Celtics with the 6th overall pick in the 1978 NBA Draft. This marked the beginning of his illustrious career in professional basketball.
Larry Bird was 22 years old when he drafted by the Boston Celtics in 1978. Are you older than Larry was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won NBA Rookie of the Year
Larry Bird was 23 years old when he won the NBA Rookie of the Year award in 1980. This recognition highlighted his immediate impact on the league and set the stage for his future successes.
Larry Bird was 23 years old when he won NBA Rookie of the Year in 1979. Are you older than Larry was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won his first NBA Championship
Larry Bird was 25 years old when he won his first NBA Championship with the Boston Celtics in 1981. This victory marked the beginning of his legacy as a champion in the league.
Larry Bird was 25 years old when he won his first NBA Championship in 1981. Are you older than Larry was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won his second NBA Championship
Larry Bird was 28 years old when he led the Celtics to their second NBA Championship in 1984. This championship solidified his status as one of the top players in the league.
Larry Bird was 28 years old when he won his second NBA Championship in 1984. Are you older than Larry was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won his third NBA Championship
Larry Bird was 30 years old when he won his third NBA Championship in 1986. This victory capped off a dominant period for the Celtics and Bird's career.
Larry Bird was 30 years old when he won his third NBA Championship in 1986. Are you older than Larry was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Named NBA Most Valuable Player for the third time
Larry Bird was 31 years old when he was named NBA Most Valuable Player for the third consecutive year in 1987. This achievement underscored his dominance in the league during the 1980s.
Larry Bird was 31 years old when he named NBA Most Valuable Player for the third time in 1987. Are you older than Larry was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Retired from professional basketball
Larry Bird was 36 years old when he retired from professional basketball in 1992. His retirement marked the end of a storied playing career and the beginning of his next chapter in basketball.
Larry Bird was 36 years old when he retired from professional basketball in 1992. Are you older than Larry was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
Larry Bird was 42 years old when he was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1998. This honor recognized his exceptional contributions to the sport of basketball.
Larry Bird was 42 years old when he inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1998. Are you older than Larry was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by Year
| Year | Age | Notable Event |
|---|---|---|
| 1956 | 0 | |
| 1957 | 1 | |
| 1958 | 2 | |
| 1959 | 3 | |
| 1960 | 4 | |
| 1961 | 5 | |
| 1962 | 6 | |
| 1963 | 7 | |
| 1964 | 8 | |
| 1965 | 9 | |
| 1966 | 10 | |
| 1967 | 11 | |
| 1968 | 12 | |
| 1969 | 13 | |
| 1970 | 14 | |
| 1971 | 15 | |
| 1972 | 16 | |
| 1973 | 17 | |
| 1974 | 18 | |
| 1975 | 19 | |
| 1976 | 20 | |
| 1977 | 21 | |
| 1978 | 22 | drafted by the Boston Celtics |
| 1979 | 23 | won NBA Rookie of the Year |
| 1980 | 24 | |
| 1981 | 25 | won his first NBA Championship |
| 1982 | 26 | |
| 1983 | 27 | |
| 1984 | 28 | won his second NBA Championship |
| 1985 | 29 | |
| 1986 | 30 | won his third NBA Championship |
| 1987 | 31 | named NBA Most Valuable Player for the third time |
| 1988 | 32 | |
| 1989 | 33 | |
| 1990 | 34 | |
| 1991 | 35 | |
| 1992 | 36 | retired from professional basketball |
| 1993 | 37 | |
| 1994 | 38 | |
| 1995 | 39 | |
| 1996 | 40 | |
| 1997 | 41 | |
| 1998 | 42 | inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame |
| 1999 | 43 | |
| 2000 | 44 | |
| 2001 | 45 | |
| 2002 | 46 | |
| 2003 | 47 | |
| 2004 | 48 | |
| 2005 | 49 | |
| 2006 | 50 | |
| 2007 | 51 | |
| 2008 | 52 | |
| 2009 | 53 | |
| 2010 | 54 | |
| 2011 | 55 | |
| 2012 | 56 | |
| 2013 | 57 | |
| 2014 | 58 | |
| 2015 | 59 | |
| 2016 | 60 | |
| 2017 | 61 | |
| 2018 | 62 | |
| 2019 | 63 | |
| 2020 | 64 | |
| 2021 | 65 | |
| 2022 | 66 | |
| 2023 | 67 | |
| 2024 | 68 | |
| 2025 | 69 | |
| 2026 | 70 |
