Happy birthday! Evgeny Kissin turns 54 today

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The iconic and legendary pianist turns 54 on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025.
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Evgeny Kissin is celebrating his 54th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed pianists of his generation.

Popular pianist Evgeny Kissin has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 54th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Kissin, a cultural icon

Born Evgeny Igorevitch Kissin in Moscow on October 10, 1971, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Israelian history. Kissin's not just a great pianist, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Evgeny hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Evgeny Kissin as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 54.

Happy Birthday, Evgeny, you're the best!

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