Happy birthday! David Ellefson turns 61 today

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Washington
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The iconic and legendary musician turns 61 on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025.

Megadeth bassist David Ellefson is celebrating his 61st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed musicians of his generation.

Popular musician David Ellefson has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 61st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Ellefson, a cultural icon

Born David Warren Ellefson in Jackson on November 12, 1964, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Ellefson'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 David hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for David Ellefson as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 61.

Happy Birthday, David, you're the best!

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