Updated Feb 20, 2026
Details
Birthday
(Sunday)
Birthplace
Meensel-Kiezegem, Belgium
Height
182 cm (6'0")
Nationality
Weight
74 kg (163 lbs)
Sport
Cycle Sport, Road Bicycle Racing
Languages
Dutch, French
Children
2 children: Axel Merckx, Sabrina Merckx
Zodiac Sign
♊ Gemini
Chinese Zodiac
鸡 Rooster
Popularity
Tier B -- 15,192 Wikipedia views/month
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 27
Year context
Born in 1945 -- WWII ends; atomic bombs dropped on Japan; UN founded; Franklin D. Roosevelt / Harry S. Truman was US president
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Career
Career spanning 12 years (1973-1985)
Zodiac
Year of the Rooster, sign of Gemini
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Recognized
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Human Impact
0
Innovation
0
Giving
0
Sustainability
30
Cultural Uplift
26
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Filmography (4)
AWARDS (10)
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Belgian National Sports Merit Award
WON
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Brusseleir vè’t Leive
WON
B
Commander of the Legion of Honour
WON
B
Knight of the Legion of Honour
WON
Biography
Édouard Louis Joseph, Baron Merckx, is a Belgian former professional road and track cyclist racer who is the most successful rider in the history of competitive cycling. His victories include an unequalled eleven Grand Tours, all five Monuments, setting the hour record, three World Championships, every major one-day race other than Paris–Tours, and extensive victories on the track.
Connections (2)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Eddy Merckx?
Eddy Merckx is 80 years old, born on .
Where was Eddy Merckx born?
Eddy Merckx was born in Meensel-Kiezegem.
What movies or shows has Eddy Merckx been in?
Eddy Merckx has 4 credits in our database. Notable titles include American Flyers (1985), A Sunday in Hell (1977), Stjernerne og vandbærerne (1974), Eddy Merckx in the Vicinity of a Cup of Coffee (1973).
Where can I find more information about Eddy Merckx?
You can find more about Eddy Merckx on Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
