Happy birthday! Fred Wesley turns 82 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on July 4, 2025

The iconic and legendary musician turns 82 on Friday, Jul. 4, 2025.

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Fred Wesley is celebrating his 82nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed musicians of his generation.

Popular musician Fred Wesley has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 82nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Wesley, a cultural icon

Born in Columbus on July 4, 1943, Fred Wesley's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Wesley'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 Fred hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Fred Wesley as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 82.

Happy Birthday, Fred, you're the best!