Happy birthday! Gregory Abbott turns 72 today

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Washington
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The iconic and legendary singer turns 72 on Thursday, Apr. 2, 2026.

Gregory Abbott is celebrating his 72nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Popular singer-songwriter-pianist-drummer Gregory Abbott (Shake You Down, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 72nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Abbott, a cultural icon

Born in New York on April 2, 1954, Gregory Abbott's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Abbott'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 Gregory hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Gregory Abbott as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 72.

Happy Birthday, Gregory, you're the best!

Gregory Abbott career in pictures

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