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Happy birthday, 2000 Year Old Man. Mel Brooks turns 100
Comedian and filmmaker Mel Brooks turned 100 on Sunday, June 28. He celebrated the milestone with loved ones, including his son Max. The American Film Institute marked the occasion by naming his 1974 film Blazing Saddles the funniest film of all time.
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Mel Brooks has officially reached his centennial birthday and received a top ranking from the AFI.
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Mel Brooks Celebrates 100th Birthday
confidence 100%Comedian and filmmaker Mel Brooks turned 100 on Sunday, June 28. He celebrated the milestone with loved ones, including his son Max. The American Film Institute marked the occasion by naming his 1974 film Blazing Saddles the funniest film of all time.
What's confirmed:
- Mel Brooks was born on June 28, 1926.
- Brooks served in World War II.
- The American Film Institute named Blazing Saddles the funniest film of all time, replacing Some Like It Hot.
- Mel Brooks celebrated his 100th birthday on Sunday, June 28.
- Brooks is the creator of films including Blazing Saddles and Young Frankenstein.
Still unconfirmed:
- Brooks' son Max is 54 years old.
- Brooks has a specific number one tip for a long and happy life.