Happy birthday! Francis Cabrel turns 71 today

By Lori Macatee
Paris
Last updated on November 23, 2024

The iconic and legendary singer turns 71 on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024.

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Francis Cabrel is celebrating his 71st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Popular singer-songwriter-guitarist Francis Cabrel (Je t'aimais, je t'aime, je t'aimerai, Je l'aime à mourir, Petite Marie, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 71st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Cabrel, a cultural icon

Born in Agen on November 23, 1953, Francis Cabrel's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Cabrel'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 Francis hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Francis Cabrel as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 71.

Happy Birthday, Francis, you're the best!