Happy birthday! Duane Eddy turns 86 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on April 26, 2024

The iconic and legendary guitarist turns 86 on Friday, Apr. 26, 2024.

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Duane Eddy is celebrating his 86th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed guitarists of his generation.

Popular guitarist Duane Eddy (Peter Gunn, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 86th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Eddy, a cultural icon

Born in Corning on April 26, 1938, Duane Eddy's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Eddy's not just a great guitarist, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Duane hasn't done.

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

Happy Birthday, Duane, you're the best!