Date of birth: February 11, 1972 (Age: 54 as of September 2026)
Height: 5’9” (175 cm)
Weight: 160 pounds (73 kg)
Eye color: Blue
Hair color: Bald
Robert Kelly Slater was born on February 11, 1972, in Cocoa Beach, Florida. He became the most successful men’s world champion in professional surfing, winning a record 11 world titles and dozens of elite-tour events.
Slater won his first world title in 1992 and his eleventh in 2011, making him both the youngest and oldest men’s champion. He ended full-time Championship Tour competition after missing the 2024 midseason cut, but continued to accept selected wildcards and returned to Teahupo’o competition in 2026.
The previous article turned old interview excerpts into a detailed nutrition plan and made unsupported statements about digestion, maple syrup, coffee and blood type. Those prescriptive health claims were removed. Athlete routines vary with training, travel, injury and professional supervision.
Updated details
Biographical and career details were reviewed and the article text was updated on September 7, 2026. Historical measurements and past routine descriptions are identified as such.
