Happy birthday! Christopher Cross turns 74 today

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Washington
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The iconic and legendary singer turns 74 on Saturday, May. 3, 2025.

Christopher Cross is celebrating his 74th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Popular singer-songwriter Christopher Cross (Sailing, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 74th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Cross, a cultural icon

Born Christopher Charles Geppert in San Antonio on May 3, 1951, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Cross' 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 Christopher hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Christopher Cross as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 74.

Happy Birthday, Christopher, you're the best!

Christopher Cross career in pictures

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