General · 8 May 2026

Attenborough turns 100, gets many birthday wishes

Sir David Attenborough has been completely overwhelmed by countless birthday messages from people of all ages. He celebrates his 100th birthday today, with a special concert at London's Royal Albert Hall, airing on BBC One. The concert concludes a week of programming; a new wasp species, Attenboroughnculus tau, was named for him.

By BriefTea Editorial · 8 May 2026 at 5:44

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