Direct answer: David Attenborough is approaching his 100th birthday in 2026, with recent reporting noting he is 100 in May 2026 and continuing active work.
Context and quick updates:
If you’d like, I can pull the latest, most precise articles or provide a short timeline of key milestones around his 100th birthday. Would you prefer a brief timeline or a focused summary of what’s been announced for 2026?
Sir David Attenborough has extended his Guinness World Record for the longest career as a TV presenter and longest career as a TV naturalist. ITV News Central
www.itv.com'After a lifetime of filming our planet, I'm sure nothing is more important,' nature presenter said
www.independent.co.ukLed by Sir David Attenborough, Secret World Of Sound shines a light on the often ignored noises of nature, which for many animals are the key to survival, as they face life and death decisions on a daily basis.
news.sky.comThe James Bond of wildlife broadcasting still does his own stunts to bring nature to your living room (or mobile device).
www.audubon.orgDAVID ATTENBOROUGH showed no signs of slowing down as he attended the premiere of Prehistoric Planet.
www.express.co.uk'After a lifetime of filming our planet, I'm sure nothing is more important,' nature presenter said
www.independent.co.ukWith the release of his latest series Mammals, Sir David Attenborough has extended his record-breaking career as a TV presenter.
www.guinnessworldrecords.comBBC producers talk about working with Sir David Attenborough on his 100th birthday.
www.bbc.comIn celebration of the veteran broadcaster's 100th birthday, GWR looks back on his distinguished life's work and the records set along the way
www.guinnessworldrecords.com