- Wayne Gretzky is 64 and was born on Jan. 26, 1961.
- The Great One retired in 1999 when he was 38 years old.
- Gretzky won four Stanley Cups during his career, all with the Oilers.
Wayne Gretzky, who often had the best NHL odds to win the Hart Trophy, is widely recognized as the greatest hockey player ever. He’s certainly the best Edmonton Oilers player of all time.
He won four Stanley Cups with the Edmonton Oilers (1984, 1985, 1987, 1988) and was awarded the Hart Trophy nine times, the most of any player.
How Old is Wayne Gretzky?
As of April 11, 2025, Wayne Gretzky is 64 years old.
He joined the Indianapolis Racers of the WHA at 17 and transitioned to the NHL a year later, suiting up with the Edmonton Oilers.
He won the Hart Trophy and was named the NHL’s most gentlemanly player in his rookie season (1979-80).
When is Wayne Gretzky’s Birthday?
The Great One was born in Brantford, Ontario, on Jan. 26, 1961.
How Old Was Wayne Gretzky When He Retired?
Gretzky retired from the NHL in 1999 when he was 38 years old.
He played 21 seasons with four teams (Oilers, Los Angeles Kings, St. Louis Blues, and New York Rangers) and retired after his third season in the Big Apple.
Gretzky played 1,487 games in the NHL, finishing his career with 894 goals and 1,963 assists for 2,857 points.
