Happy birthday! Gilberto Gil turns 81 today

By Lori Macatee
Brasília
Last updated on June 26, 2023

The iconic and legendary musician turns 81 on Monday, Jun. 26, 2023.

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Gilberto Gil is celebrating his 81st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed musicians of his generation.

Popular musician-guitarist-singer Gilberto Gil (Gil Luminoso, Realce, Louvação, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 81st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Gil, a cultural icon

Born Gilberto Passos Gil Moreira in Salvador de Bahia on June 26, 1942, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Brazilian history. Gil's not just a great musician, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Gilberto hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Gilberto Gil as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 81.

Happy Birthday, Gilberto, you're the best!