Real Time host Bill Maher is celebrating his milestone 70th birthday today (Tuesday, January 20). Fans have been sending their best wishes and sharing their thoughts on the polarizing comedian and political commentator.
It’s already been a big month for Maher, whose HBO talk show was renewed for two additional seasons (Seasons 25 and 26) on January 7. Season 24 of the political late-night show is set to premiere this Friday, January 23, at 10/9c, on HBO and HBO Max.
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