Happy birthday! Conor Oberst turns 46 today

The iconic and legendary singer turns 46 on Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026.

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Bright Eyes frontman Conor Oberst is celebrating his 46th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Popular singer-songwriter Conor Oberst has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 46th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Oberst, a cultural icon

Born Conor Mullen Oberst in Omaha on February 15, 1980, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Oberst'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 Conor hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Conor Oberst as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 46.

Happy Birthday, Conor, you're the best!

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