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Choosing 70th birthday wishes is not as easy as it may look. Turning 70 is a major and, for some people, an emotionally tricky milestone to reach.
Some soon-to-be 70 year olds dread everything about turning 70, from the likelihood of more wrinkles on their face to the onslaught of new aches and pains that never seem to go away.
Then, you have the type of seventysomethings who have chosen to grow older gracefully, treasuring the trail of memories (and wrinkles) they've forged and enjoyed over seven decades.
Whether your 70-year-old birthday girl or boy sees the glass half empty or half full, you need to give him or her something to feel good about — he or she has certainly earned it. That's why great 70th birthday messages on this page celebrate this occasion with tender, loving care.
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How to select 70th birthday wishes...
Turning 70 is a major milestone — joyous for some and emotionally challenging for others.
Keep in mind that different types of 70 year olds require different kinds of birthday greetings.
First, there are the "joyous" 70 year olds. These are individuals who are young at heart and, if they've won the gene pool lottery and are relatively healthy, consider the 70s the beginning of the best period in their lives (the so-called "first day for the rest of my life" crowd).
Accordingly, the "joyous" 70 year old would probably love to receive an inspirational birthday message (confirming their optimism about life), a funny birthday greeting (making fun of getting older), happy birthday wishes (generically pleasing for some), even a clever birthday message that exercise their mind — basically, any type of 70th birthday wishes, except the depressing kind.
Because the other group (the "this is my final act" crowd) may suddenly realize (or stop denying) — sometime on, before or after their actual birthday — that they have reached the last quarter of their life, figuring out what message to pick for them can be difficult. Should it be philosophical? Inspirational? Funny? It depends on how "old" these 70 year olds feel.
For the overly pessimistic faction of this group (the ones who feel very old all of a sudden), probably no message will be taken in the spirit it has been given, so just go the safe route and opt for a generic (plain "Happy Birthday") message or a sentimental (remember the good ole days) birthday greeting.
For the most optimistic of this crowd (in other words, the least pessimistic), an inspirational, clever or sentimental message can snap them out of their funk. It can't hurt to try (the birthday boy or girl will at least appreciate the effort).
Whatever you decide to do, make sure to browse through this section and, even if you find a message you remotely like, tailor it to your liking and the birthday boy or girl. Good luck!
Happy 70th birthday! You deserve all the accolades you're getting and more. You've worn so many hats for so many people, for so long — without expecting anything in return. It's time you did!
At 70, there are two rules for making your birthday unforgettable:
Rule 1:
Have the time of your life.
Rule 2:
Don't forget Rule 1.
Happy 70th birthday! Think of this birthday message as a friendly welcome mat to your 70s — and the start of a new adventure in a new land with new promise.
Happy 70th birthday! Now you're closer than ever to learning the meaning of life: you have to keep moving to keep moving!
Hope all 24 hours of your 70th birthday are as memorable as the last 70 years have been for you.
Happy 70th birthday! Don't be sad about your age. In dog years, you'd just be 10 years old.
Truly beautiful 70 year olds are the picture of health, happiness and virtue. When we look at you, we are awed and comforted by your beauty. Happy 70th birthday!
Celebrate your birthday exactly like you've lived the last 70 years — with joy, wonder and contentment. Happy 70th birthday.
At 70, you deserve to look back to days of old and look forward to many New Years ahead! Happy 70th birthday!
Your average 70 year old thinks about...
Happy 70th birthday! With 70 candles on your birthday cake to blow out, you won't have to exercise your lungs for a month.
Happy birthday! For 70 years, your dreams have fulfilled you. Now it's time to fulfill your dreams.
Happy birthday to a 70 year old who could teach any 20, 30, 40, 50 or 60 year old what it means to be young at heart.
Don't give up yet!
You'll find more 70th birthday wishes here...Happy birthday! 70 really suits you! Can I wear your 70 year old suit?
Happy birthday! At 70, you're still a regular fountain of youth. May your cup always runneth over!
On your 70th special day, you deserve to savor every special second of it. Let's make it special together!
Happy birthday! It's far, far better to be young at heart at 70 than
heavy-hearted at 20.
Happy birthday! At 70, blowing out every candle on your birthday cake is not the problem — it's if you blow out all your dental work at the same time.
You're not only the youngest 70 year old I know — you're the only 70 year old I know. Happy 70th birthday!
Top of 70th Birthday WishesMessage Guy Pick
"Keep it real" is the best advice any seasoned writer can give a beginner at writer. That's good advice because it takes into consideration one of the major motivators for writing: the reader. That's why I picked the birthday message below as my favorite on this page. What makes it real?
This message shows the true depth of the sender's feelings for the 70-year-old recipient, without sounding phony about it. If I was 70, I would love to receive this birthday wish. It's so genuine.
Happy birthday! It's a shame that everyone and everything that's 70 years old is nowhere near as loving, kind, wise, gentle and inspirational as you. But at least we have you.
Message Guy
A 70th birthday is a big one!
They've taken 70 trips around the sun. This is no mean feat. It certainly deserves to be commemorated. That's why when someone you know is turning 70, they should be celebrated.
70 is a true milestone. Turning 70 means that you're still young enough to go out and explore the world around us but old enough that everyone leaves you alone while you nap through dinner.
When your special someone is turning 70, what do you give them? It is their platinum jubilee, after all. So we've got some great ideas for the perfect 70th birthday gift.
What's the Perfect Gift For a 70th Birthday?
There always comes a time for that big birthday dilemma — what do I get them for their birthday? The birthday dilemma is even more pressing for someone turning 70 years old.
Like, what do they need that they don't already have?! Is there anything they'd be surprised by that they haven't already seen in the past 70 years?
Finding that perfect gift is one of the greatest feelings in the world.
What’s the Perfect Gift?
The perfect gift must meet many criteria, especially if you want to impress someone turning 70 years old.
However, ideally, the perfect 70th birthday gift must be NICE:
Novel: not yet owned by the receiver
Individualized: tailored to the receiver’s likes and wants
Convenient: easy to buy, easy to post, easy to wrap
Everlasting: to last a lifetime of memories
In this case, we have the perfect gift, plus the 70th birthday person will probably have never received one of these experience gifts before.
What is it? Find out below.
Create a Surprise 70th Birthday Video Gift
Is someone that you know turning 70 this year? We know you're looking for a gift to make this milestone memorable and unique for that 70th birthday party. So, why not think of something that goes beyond what they'd expect?
Think of a gift that will be incredibly memorable and something that they will keep close to their heart. Create unforgettable memories with a VidDay 70th Birthday video gift.
You can capture the birthday person's life story and legacy in a video gift just for them. It's easy to get started. All you need to do is and gather all of their photos throughout the past 70 years and any video clips you can find. Then, drag and drop them in chronological order to watch their life throughout the years.
But wait! Invite all their friends and family to submit a video message wishing them a happy 70th birthday.
They will be crying tears of joy over this beautiful gift.
Eco-Friendly Gift for the 70th Birthday!
Make this the best birthday yet with these fantastic 70th birthday gift ideas. We all know that choosing a 70th birthday gift for a special person in your life is tough.
The 70th birthday person probably has everything they could ever want. So try getting something that's a little more personal and something that says, "I'm thinking of you."
Give Experiences, Not Things
When you're about to turn 70, you start to learn to value experiences over things in life. You've had enough material gifts and appreciate the value of experiences and being surrounded by those you love.
This can make it much easier to figure out what kind of gift to get someone who is turning 70. An experience is a perfect gift to get someone. Whether you're planning or looking for a last-minute birthday gift, an experience gift can be easy to arrange. Not only are experience more thoughtful, but they are rewarding for both the receiver and giver.
Or maybe they would love something simple like going to the movies, taking a painting class, making pottery, or having a homemade "spa day." These are priceless memories or skills that last a lifetime.
"The seventieth birthday. It is the time of life when you arrive at a new and awful dignity; when you may throw aside the decent reserves which have oppressed you for a generation and stand unafraid and unabashed upon your seven-terraced summit and look down and teach — unrebuked." — Mark Twain
Give a Gift for Good
What does giving someone a gift for good mean? It's simple. It means giving someone a gift that will give back to the recipient and others. It's the kind of gift that keeps on giving. What are some 70th birthday gifts that are given back?
Think about donating in their name to one of these causes:
Environment
Animal shelter
Children in need
Mental health services
LGBTQIA+ youth, to name a few.
Think about what is near and dear to their heart and make a meaningful donation. Or you can make a difference with your wallet by supporting companies that give back to the world and their communities.
The most meaningful gifts have one thing in common — they give back.
Plant a Tree
What better way to honor someone for their 70th birthday than planting a tree on their behalf? Planting a tree is a living tribute to them and their everlasting legacy. Not only is planting a tree something special for their 70th birthday, but it also helps to create clean air, drinking water, and natural habitat for wildlife to thrive.
Thankfully with VidDay, you can get a two-in-one gift because, with every video sold, a portion of VidDays profits goes to planting trees. So far, we've planted over 100,000 trees all thanks to you. So think about giving a VidDay 70th Birthday gift as a two-for-one — a video gift and a tree planted.
Say Happy 70th Birthday in a Video Gift
A 70th birthday is a special time to be celebrated with family and friends.
So what can you say to them that they haven't already heard before? Speaking from the heart never fails. Tell the birthday person how much they have meant to you and how special they are. If the person celebrating their 70th birthday is a little more of a jokester, tell them an inside joke, or poke fun at them for their big 70th birthday.
Lastly, you can compliment them because who doesn't love a compliment?
Here are some message ideas to get your creative juices flowing:
Happy 70th birthday. I hope today is full of everything and everyone you love.
Have a terrific 70th birthday. You'll never be this young again.
Happy birthday! When you're 70, the problem is not the fact that you've slowed down — it's that everyone else hasn't.
Happy birthday! 70 may not be the new 50, but it's definitely flirting with 60 (in more ways than one). Now that's something to celebrate!
I hope all 24 hours of your 70th birthday are as memorable as the last 70 years have been for you.
For more ideas, checks out this fun video with some 70th birthday wishes and quotes:
Create a Memorable 70th Birthday Gift
Birthdays are always a time for celebration. Especially when it comes to the 70th birthday. A 70th birthday is a time to celebrate with friends and family. It's a time to get together and enjoy some birthday cake, good food, and a group birthday video gift.
"VidDay was so easy to use and made a keepsake for my mom's 70th birthday. Several people from various generations and from all over the world were able to upload a video or pictures easily." — Maggie Hansen
Great question. With our birthday video maker, you can collect messages from loved ones, friends, family, and colleagues all in one surprise 70th birthday video, which means that everyone can join in on the 70th birthday celebration, whether celebrating from a distance or nearby. Learn more about creating your birthday video with our handy birthday video guide
Celebrate better together by saying Happy 70th Birthday with a group VidDay video gift. Start one today.
What do you say for a 70th birthday?
The lifespan of an average person has been decreased to a great extent. If you are lucky to live a healthy and successful life to 70 years, then these 70th birthday quotes are for you. Each year of our life brings new moments to cherish, challenges, hopes, and dreams with it. One year can change many things and those who are passionate about life and what happens in it, relish their new beginnings.
Not many people are fortunate enough to be around their loved ones at this age. So if you have someone who is there for you at this moment or you are in a position to do something for someone who is going to be in his lucky 70’s, don’t waste this precious opportunity. Make their day. Make them feel special all over again for being an amazing person at this stage of their life.
Our 70th birthday quotes are a throwback to all the fantastic moments you have had in your life. It’s a compilation of all your unforgettable striking memories. It will be a bundle of joy and a means of reliving your journey. Happy 70th birthday, our hero 🙂
It's not always easy to come up with what to say on important birthdays or occasions. This list of 70th birthday wishes range from humorous to sincere, so you can find the perfect thing to say to the guest of honor! Remember, it's the thought that counts.
The secret to staying young? Live with integrity, eat healthy foods, exercise frequently, but, most importantly, lie about your age!
On your birthday, I want to share with you how much you mean to me. Not a second goes by where I don't think of you and your kindness.
You are the most wonderful mom, and you deserve nothing but love today and everyday. Happy birthday!70th Birthday Wishes for Dad
Blake started out scribbling in cards over 30 years ago. Though his handwriting is mostly unchanged, the content has improved.
70 is a major milestone! Wish them well with a funny and heartfelt birthday card message.
Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. said, "To be seventy years young is sometimes far more cheerful and hopeful than to be forty years old." This is a perfect example of what to write to someone in a 70th birthday card.
If you need some help writing a great birthday message, you've found the right page. This is a list of funny and sincere sayings that are written specifically for someone turning 70. With average life expectancy in the upper seventies, 70 will be the last milestone birthday for most people. Plus, it may be the first milestone birthday after retirement. Use a funny saying to tickle the wit and humor most 70-year-old people have, or send a really sincere birthday wish.
Quotes and Sayings About Turning 70
Quotes and sayings are a great way to spice up a birthday card, especially if they're relevant to the specific milestone birthday.
• Turning 70 means two things: you survived the 60s and you survived your 60s.
• When you're 70 years old, you become more thankful for "the big things in life." For example, large print crossword puzzles.
• Don't worry if your youth seems to be escaping you at age 70, you can't expect to catch all the grandkids!
• If your kids and grandkids look down on you in your 70s, you only have yourself to blame. You encouraged them to eat their vegetables and drink their milk.
• The problem with getting old isn't so much that you slow down, it's that the rest of the world doesn't.
• When you turn 70, you deserve to be respected. Too bad life isn't fair.
• When you hit your seventies, you start getting congratulated again for not having to wear a diaper. People say, "You did it! You made it to the bathroom!"
• At 70, the mind runs faster than the body.
• No one decides to turn 70, they just happen to be lucky enough to still be able to breathe.
• 70-year-old people still have the whole rest of their lives ahead of them.
• "Being 70 is not a sin." —Golda Meir
Funny Birthday Messages
Here are some funny birthday messages. Use the milestone to poke fun at age and the way people handle birthdays.
• You look great for somebody who's turning 80!
• Now that you're in your 70s, it's time to grow up and stop acting like an irresponsible 60-year-old.
• Now that you're 70, you can never drive as fast as your age in miles per hour again, for the rest of your life.
• Now that you are 70, all your years of dieting, exercising, and doctor's visits are really starting to pay off.
• If I could go back in time, I'd buy your birthday gift the year you were born. It would have been much less expensive 70 years ago.
• I've been thinking about myself possibly turning 70 in the future, too. Let me know if it works out well for you.
• I was going to write you a really great poem for your birthday, but I couldn't think of any words that rhyme with seventy.
• You are an impressive 70-year-old person, but as an 80 year old, you'll be amazing. Stay impressive and be amazing in 10 years!
"BIG hair and LARGE print... At 70, it's the big things in life that matter most."
Sincere and Thoughtful Birthday Wishes
If you don't feel like being funny or making fun of the aging process, you can always just be a nice person. Send one of these sincere messages.
• I am blessed by knowing such an amazing person in his/her 70s.
• 70 is an awesome number for such an awesome person! Keep getting better as you get older.
• It's amazing that such a great person can develop in only 70 years.
• The world has been blessed by such an amazing person for a whole 70 years!
• You are just the right age to be a really cool senior citizen.
• I'm wishing you another 30 great years of life before you officially turn old at 100.
• Have a really fun 70th birthday, you only get to turn 70 once.
Themes to Use When Writing a 70th Birthday Card
If all that you need is a theme to brainstorm ideas for the card, here is a list of some themes that go with the age of 70:
• Senior citizen discounts
• Grandparent status
• Retirement
• Social security
• Medicare
• Nursing home
• Aging issues: memory, eyesight, etc.
• Driving
• Breaking a hip
Use caution when making a joke about something that might be a serious concern for the 70-year-old, such as going into a nursing facility. Fun birthday cards make light of human nature more than making fun of specific people, so be general and use good taste.
Kenda on August 02, 2022:
These are great..not hurtful but sweet and clever and funny!!
Ava on August 27, 2022:
so cute!
RTalloni on May 21, 2022:
Just excellent! You've followed your own advice and used good taste in making this useful and thought-provoking hub. Glad to see it was featured because that's how I found it.