100+ 80th Birthday Wishes for a friend or family member
If you have a friend or family member who is turning 80 this year they will have seen a lot. The coronation of Queen Elizabeth II, the invention of television and the internet and the rise and demise of Concorde are just some of the things that have happened in the last 80 years. It’s a big deal hitting such a big birthday and it deserves to be celebrated in style.
If you are lost for words to share with that special person on their big day and wondering how to tell them how much they mean to you, then look no further. We have over 100 different ways for you to congratulate them on their birthday. We also have some great celebrities here who could help surprise that special someone by delivering a birthday message from you.
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80th Birthday Wishes for your Father
Dad’s are great. They teach, support and guide us in life. So if your Dad is turning 80, here are some special ways you can wish him a very happy birthday and make his day special.
- On your 80th birthday, I want to take the time to thank you for all that you’ve done for me. I love you, Dad!
- Having a Dad like you has made my life so much happier and more complete. I’ve learned so much from you, and I treasure every moment and lesson. Happy Birthday.
- Happy 80th Birthday, Dad! On your 80th birthday, I’m thinking of you and all the wonderful times we’ve shared. Thank you, Dad, for so many amazing memories and experiences.
- As each year passes, I realize just how lucky I am to have such a wonderful father like you. You will always hold a special place in my heart. I hope your 80th birthday is as fabulous as you are!
- Happy 80th birthday to the greatest man in the world: my friend, my protector, my father.
- You have taught me so much in my life, but I know I have a lot more to learn from you. Happy birthday pop.
- No gift can ever match the love and affection you’ve given me all the years of my life. Have a wonderful 80th birthday, Dad!
- Dear Dad, Thank you for sharing your wisdom. Thank you for believing in me and always being there when I need it most. I hope you have a joyous 80th birthday and an amazing year ahead!
- God must have sent you into my life so that I would always have love in my heart. I wish you the most amazing 80th birthday ever, Dad!
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- Happy 80th Birthday, Dad! Having a Dad like you has made my life so much happier and more complete. I’ve learned so much from you, and I treasure every moment and lesson. On your 80th birthday, I want to take the time to thank you for all that you’ve done for me. I love you, Dad.
- Superheroes are one in a million. An amazing Dad like you is once in a lifetime. Have an 80th birthday that is as wonderful as you are!
- Thank you, Dad, for many amazing memories and experiences.
- Happy 80th Birthday, Dad! I wish you a fabulous birthday because you are a fabulous Dad. Enjoy your day!
- Before you blow out the candles on your 80th birthday cake, I hope you’ll take a moment to remember what a wonderful father and friend you are. I’m so blessed to have you in my life.
- Well, Dad, you’re 80 now. You’re in a weird place where joking around about your age doesn’t feel as much fun as it used to. So, for your 80th, please accept my gratitude, my love, and my respect, for all of the time you’ve been the anchor to my adulthood. Happy Birthday!
- They say that age is just a number, but it is so much more than that. Your 80 years are especially remarkable. You have taught me many lessons, simply by the way you live your life.
- Well, well, well, Dad. You have hit the grand old age of 80. Here’s a message from Ray Purchase to celebrate your big day.
80th Birthday Wishes for your Mother
Your Mother was there from day one. She grew you, gave birth to you and loved you. Wish her a very happy birthday with one of these birthday greetings from her favourite TV star.
- Your 80th birthday is a milestone that makes me realise that my love and respect for you grow stronger each day. Happy Birthday to the best Mum ever!
- Of all the Mums in the world, I’m so grateful that I got you. I hope your 80th birthday is unforgettable!
- Happy 80th birthday to the dearest and most inspirational woman in my life: my lovely Mum! May this very significant birthday warm your heart and fill it with joy.
- I’m sending lots of love and kisses your way as you celebrate this very special day!
- Sending you an 80th birthday wish that’s wrapped up with all my love!
- I hope that the sun shines as brightly on your birthday as your love has always shown on me. Happy 80th Birthday to the most loving Mum ever.
- Happy 80th birthday to my ever-glamorous and always elegant Mum! 80 years old and you’re still the most fabulous lady I know! I’m so blessed to be your daughter!
- Thank you for being my heart’s first home. I wish you the most wonderful 80th birthday ever!
- We have the perfect mother and daughter relationship. You’re my mother, and I’m perfect. Hope your 80th birthday is full of laughter and love!
- On your 80th birthday, I hope you enjoy all the beauty and love that surround you. Thank you for being such a special part of my life.
- Happy 80th birthday to my amazing Mum! You’re not only my mother, but you’re my best friend. There is no one in the world that could ever take your place, and you mean more to me than you will ever know.
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- 80 incredible years deserve more than just ordinary birthday wishes, they are worthy of the biggest celebration. Many happy returns to you, my dear.
- Mum, Happy 80th Birthday! I hope your birthday is as bright as your smile, as sweet as your love, as fun as your spirit, and as wonderful as you are. Thanks for always being there for me.
- Happy 80th Birthday, Mum! You make the world a better place to live in – a place full of happiness and joy by simply spreading your immense love and care. Thanks for everything!
- Happy 80th birthday, Mum! Now that I’m older, I want to thank you for never leaving me in a shopping cart and running away. It must have been tempting.
- Happy 80th birthday, Mum! On this very special milestone birthday of yours, I’m sending you wishes of love and happiness. You’ve always been a true inspiration to me and still, you continue to be. Here’s to another great decade ahead, Mum.
- I have so many happy memories of watching Corrie with you, Mum, so I thought I would speak to Maureen Holdsworth AKA Sherrie Hewson and get her to say a few words on this special day.
80th Birthday Wishes for Your Husband
Your husband holds a very special place in your heart. As your partner in life, you will want to make his big day extra special and we have a great selection of messages to mark this milestone.
- You might appear like an old man on the outside, but we all know that you’re still young on the inside! After all, you’re only ever as old as you feel! May your very special 80th birthday bring you lots of joy and happiness this year!
- We are sharing our lives together and I am loving every moment of it. Happy birthday, husband.
- You will always have my love and that of the kids and grandkids. Happy birthday Husband.
- We will drink and dance today like in old times. Happy birthday Husband. you are as fun as you were when we met.
- 80 incredible years deserve more than just ordinary birthday wishes, they are worthy of the biggest celebration. Many happy returns to you, my dear.
- I am happy we can all gather to celebrate with you today. You did an amazing job as a husband and a father and I love you even now.
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- Our marriage isn’t perfect but it was and still is a happy one. Happy birthday, Husband. I am blessed to have you
- Cheers to your strength, your love and your deep commitment to the family. Happy birthday.
- "Thin was better. Now that we’re both thick, it’s a good thing that we’re too old to care! Happy 80th Birthday!" - Neil Fitzmaurice
- We are sharing our lives together and I am loving every moment of it. Happy birthday, Husband.
- Happy birthday to the only 80-year-old I know that acts half their age. May you continue to be a pain in my side for many more fun-filled years to come.
- I am happy we can all gather to celebrate you today. You did an amazing job as a husband and a father and I love you even now.
- We will drink and dance today like in old times. Happy birthday, Husband. You are as fun as you were when we met.
- Our marriage isn’t perfect but it was and still is a happy one. Happy birthday, Husband. I am blessed to have you
- You are a terrific man and husband and I am sending my love to you today, wishing you the best in all you do. May it be a beautiful one for you. Happy 80th birthday to you, my love.
- We have been through trials and some challenging times but together, we overcame. Happy birthday to you, you are my hero.
- You have made it so far and should be proud. Happy birthday to you. 80 is a huge deal.
- We are still very young, 80 isn’t really old. Happy birthday to you, dear husband. We will forever be young at heart.
- I am grateful for our love story, it was a beautiful one. Happy birthday.
80th Birthday Wishes for Your Wife
A wife is a friend and partner for life and so you want to show her just how much she means to you on this special day. Send her the greatest greetings or perhaps get her favourite celebrity to deliver a birthday message.
- 80 incredible years deserve more than just ordinary birthday wishes, they are worthy of the biggest celebration. Many happy returns to you, my dear.
- When you look back over 80 years, I hope that your memories are warm ones. When you celebrate today, I hope that your heart is filled with love and joy. When you look forward to the future, I hope that all your dreams and wishes come true.
- We’ve been together through thick and thin. Thin was better. Now that we’re both thick, it’s a good thing that we’re too old to care! Happy 80th Birthday!
- Sending you an 80th birthday wish that’s wrapped up with all my love!
- Through the laughs and the tears, through the moments of every year, I’m glad to have spent them all with you! Happy 80th birthday!
- Dear Wife, you are very special and dear to my heart. You have made my world beautiful just by being yourself. Here is wishing you a joyous 80th birthday.
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- I’m so lucky to have someone as special as you in my life. On your 80th birthday I hope that you are blessed with love, health and happiness for many more years to come.
- Remember when we could look at the kids and see a bunch of young people? Now we look at the kids and can count all of their white hairs. Wow, did they get old or what? Poor kids. Have a happy 80th birthday!
- "You’re loved, you’re cherished, you’re respected, and you’re appreciated. Have a wonderful 80th birthday!" - Dame Arlene Phillips
- Happy birthday my beautiful wife. As you celebrate your 80th birthday, I pray the Lord will surround you with His love and may your life be filled with abundance. I shall love you till my last breath, my heartthrob.
- Happy birthday dear Wife. You always make me realize how fortunate I am for having you in my life. May your 80th birthday be as remarkable as your life has been to me.
- To my beautiful wife on her 80th birthday, I hope this year brings you as much joy and happiness as you have brought and continue to bring into my life.
80th Birthday Wishes for a Friend
From the good times to the bad times, friends are there for each other through it all. Give thanks to your friend on their special day and let them know just what they mean to you.
- Happy 80th birthday to my dearest friend who is forever young, forever inspiring.
- In the 80 years that you have lived on this planet, you have done much to leave a legacy that will last. Enjoy your 80th!
- "Count your days by smiles, not tears. Count your age by friends, not years. Wishing you a joy-filled 80th birthday!" - Mr Motivator
- Happy 80th birthday to my old friend who will always be forever young in my eyes.
- When you look forward to the future, I hope that all your dreams and wishes come true. Happy 80th Birthday!
- You’ve been there for me through the good, bad and ugly times. As long as we live, I’ll be there for you anytime. Happy 80th birthday pal.
- Age will eventually show in our faces and our bodies. Though the most important thing is that it doesn’t show in our spirit. Happy 80th birthday and may you continue to enjoy the gift called life.
- When you look back over 80 years, I hope that your memories are warm ones. Enjoy your special day
- Happy 80th birthday! Here’s to 24 hours of celebrating the finest friend I’ve ever had.
- Happy birthday my friend! Don’t think of it as turning 80 but think of it as 30 years of practice being 50.
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I consider myself lucky to have someone so special like you in my life. On this 80th birthday of yours, may you continue to be blessed with love, health and happiness for many more years to come.
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Happy 80th birthday to the youngest 80-year-old I have ever met!
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Happy birthday to the only 80-year-old I know that act half their age. May you continue to be a pain in my side for many more fun filled years to come.
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Happy 80th birthday! You are the prime example of 80 being the new 60!
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A lot can happen in 80 years. You have written many stories over your life, but you are not finished yet. Enjoy your 80th birthday and preparing for the next chapter.
80th Birthday Wishes to a Sibling
You have shared so much with your siblings – family, toys, and memories. Share one more thing with them, the greatest wishes of celebration on their big day.
- Throughout your life you have always set a fantastic example for me. You are a real inspiration. Congratulations on your 80th birthday
- You are truly an amazing inspiration. Here’s to many more happy years, Sister.
- Happy 80th Birthday, Brother. Here's hoping we never learn to act our age.
- Do you remember when you turned 21? At your age, I wouldn’t either. Who cares, have a great 80th birthday!
- I know that I’m a lot younger than you, but now that you’re 80, I can only hope that when I reach your age, that I’m as spry and youthful as you are. Happy Birthday!
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- You’ve had decades to practice, prepare, and get it down right. Now that you’re 80, you’ve officially become the family’s elder. Time to start pumping out some smart and wise stuff cause we’re all listening! Happy 80th Birthday!
- Happy 80th birthday to someone who’s been there all of my life. When I was young, your advice and wisdom were annoying. Now that I’m older, I know just how right on and wise those words were. You are certainly someone special, and I lend to you my best birthday wishes!
- To my brother on his 80th birthday. Now that you’re 80, I’m going to take you up on all the times you told me that you could still beat me, even when you’re 80. Time to put your money where your mouth is! Either that or have the best birthdays ever- your choice! Happy Birthday!
- We’ve been to many Bolton Wanderers matches together over the years so I thought I would get Bolton’s very own Peter Reid to send you a quick birthday message.
Funny 80th Birthday Wishes
A good laugh brings smiles and joy whatever age you are so mark that special person’s birthday with a message which will make them laugh hysterically.
- Do you remember when you turned 21? At your age, I wouldn’t either. Who cares, have a great 80th birthday!
- You’ve had 80 years to develop charm, wit, and a stunning personality. Doesn’t seem like you’re quite there yet. We’ll take another assessment in 20 years. Happy 80th Birthday, and may it be a fun and rewarding one!
- You have experienced a lot. If there is something to learn, you have learned it. The key now is trying to remember it all!
- It's a good thing you've had 80 years to develop your sense of humour because I'm relying on you to say something funny.
- They say that 80 is the new 70. I don’t think that bodes too well for all of the 70-year olds out there, do you? Good thing you’re 80! Happy Birthday!
- If things really do get better with age, then you’re approaching perfection!
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- I was just thinking how funny it would be to watch you attempt to blow out 80 candles, but I decided to let you slide on this one. Having successfully endured 80 years has earned you a pass.
- Remember, 80 is only 13 in Scrabble.
- 80?? Don’t panic – you’ve still got it! The hard part is remembering where it is.
- Everyone gets to be young once. Your turn is over!
- How much would you be worth at your age if you were wine? Not as much as you're worth to me, my friend.
- Don't let anyone in their 90s tell you that you're too young to do anything. You have a maturity beyond your years despite your youthful looks. Oh wait, you were.
- You are twice as old as a 40-year-old, which means you are twice the fun.
- Once you hit 80, time speeds up. Everything else seems to speed up too.
- I thought about getting you a motorbike but figured we would like you here for another decade, so instead I spoke to Carl Fogarty and he prepared a few words to mark your special day.
80th Birthday Quotes
Sometimes other people have already said it better than we ever could, so why reinvent the wheel? Take a look at our selection of quotes below, perfect for wishing someone a happy 80th birthday.
- “God gave us the gift of life; it is up to us to give ourselves the gift of living well” – Voltaire.
- “Gray hair is the glory of a long life.” – Lailah Gifty Akita
- “One of the many pleasures of old age is giving things up.” – Malcolm Muggeridge
- “Age is a case of mind over matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter” – Satchel Paige
- “When we were small children, we all played dress-up and everybody had a good time. So why stop?” – Iris Apfel
- “The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate” – Oprah Winfrey
- “Let us never know what old age is. Let us know the happiness time brings, not count the years” – Ausonius
- “You don’t get older, you get better” – Sir Mo Farah
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Either if it's your sibling, wife, husband, Dad, or just someone who loves a good laugh - You now have 100+ ways to send 80th birthday wishes!
