5 Takeaways From the HBO Documentary ‘Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!'
Judd Apatow, who co-directed, offered insights into the making of the two-part film, a loving portrait of a comedy giant who's still sharp as ever.
www.nytimes.comMel Brooks is currently reported to be 99 years old. Several outlets note his birthday as June 28, 1926, which would put him at 99 in 2025–2026.[1][2]
Latest context:
- Public coverage in 2025 celebrated his 99th birthday and highlighted ongoing projects, including a Spaceballs sequel in development.[2]
- Other recent pieces profile his later-life activities and public appearances, with ongoing interest in his legacy and current work.[8][10]
If you’d like, I can pull the most up-to-date specific statements from reliable outlets and summarize them with dates.