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Happy birthday, 2000 Year Old Man. Mel Brooks is turning 100
Summary by Sugar Land News Editorial Desk Jake Coyle, Associated Press , as published by KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston)
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Earlier this year, a retrospective documentary titled "Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!
Mel Brooks is celebrating a significant milestone. The comedian and filmmaker is turning 100 years old. This centennial birthday is a notable event for the man known as the 2000 Year Old Man.
Details about his birthday celebration are not available, but it is known that Mel Brooks has been awaiting this milestone. " was released by Judd Apatow. For more information about Mel Brooks' 100th birthday, readers can refer to the source.
The documentary and other works by Mel Brooks may provide further insight into his life and career.
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Category: local Published: June 26, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston) Reading time: 1 min
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