Lyle Menendez is the older Menendez brother.

Quick Scoop

  • Joseph Lyle Menendez was born on January 10, 1968, making him the older sibling.
  • Erik Galen Menendez was born later, on November 27, 1970, so he is the younger brother.

In short: when people ask “which Menendez brother is older,” the answer is Lyle.

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