Happy birthday! Gene Chandler turns 88 today

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The iconic and legendary singer turns 88 on Sunday, Jul. 6, 2025.
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The Duke of Earl Gene Chandler is celebrating his 88th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Popular singer Gene Chandler has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 88th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Chandler, a cultural icon

Born Eugene Dixon in Chicago on July 6, 1937, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Chandler'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 Gene hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Gene Chandler as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 88.

Happy Birthday, Gene, you're the best!

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