Happy birthday! Bobby Goldsboro turns 85 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary singer turns 85 on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026.

Bobby Goldsboro is celebrating his 85th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Popular singer-songwriter Bobby Goldsboro (Honey, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 85th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Goldsboro, a cultural icon

Born in Marianna on January 18, 1941, Bobby Goldsboro's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Goldsboro's not just a great singer, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Bobby hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Bobby Goldsboro as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 85.

Happy Birthday, Bobby, you're the best!

Bobby Goldsboro career in pictures

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