Happy birthday! Gilbert O'Sullivan turns 78 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary singer turns 78 on Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024.

Gilbert O'Sullivan is celebrating his 78th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Popular singer-songwriter Gilbert O'Sullivan (Clair, Alone Again, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 78th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

O'Sullivan, a cultural icon

Born Raymond Edward O'Sullivan in Waterford on December 1, 1946, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Irish history. O'Sullivan'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 Gilbert hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Gilbert O'Sullivan as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 78.

Happy Birthday, Gilbert, you're the best!

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