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EPISODE · May 8, 2026 · 3 MIN

David Attenborough celebrates his 100th birthday

from Morning Edition · host Fatima Al-Kassab

He was born before the Great Depression, came of age in WWII, and is still making wildlife documentaries. Brits call David Attenborough a national hero, as he celebrates his 100th birthday.

He was born before the Great Depression, came of age in WWII, and is still making wildlife documentaries. Brits call David Attenborough a national hero, as he celebrates his 100th birthday.

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David Attenborough celebrates his 100th birthday

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He was born before the Great Depression, came of age in WWII, and is still making wildlife documentaries. Brits call David Attenborough a national hero, as he celebrates his 100th birthday.

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