Happy birthday! Gilbert O'Sullivan turns 79 today

The iconic and legendary singer turns 79 on Monday, Dec. 1, 2025.

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Gilbert O'Sullivan is celebrating his 79th 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 79th 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 79.

Happy Birthday, Gilbert, you're the best!

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