Happy birthday! Bob James turns 86 today

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The iconic and legendary musician turns 86 on Thursday, Dec. 25, 2025.
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Fourplay keyboardist Bob James is celebrating his 86th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed musicians of his generation.

Popular musician-pianist Bob James has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 86th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

James, a cultural icon

Born Robert McElhiney James in Marshall on December 25, 1939, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. James' 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 Bob hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Bob James as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 86.

Happy Birthday, Bob, you're the best!

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