Happy birthday! Gustavo Dudamel turns 45 today

Gustavo Dudamel is celebrating his 45th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed conductors of his generation.

Popular conductor-musician Gustavo Dudamel has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 45th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Dudamel, a cultural icon

Born Gustavo Adolfo Dudamel Ramírez in Barquisimeto on January 26, 1981, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Venezuelan history. Dudamel's not just a great conductor, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Gustavo hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Gustavo Dudamel as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 45.

Happy Birthday, Gustavo, you're the best!

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