Happy birthday! Ian Gillan turns 78 today

The iconic and legendary singer turns 78 on Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023.

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Deep Purple lead singer Ian Gillan 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 Ian Gillan has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 78th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Gillan, a cultural icon

Born in Chiswick on August 19, 1945, Ian Gillan's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in English history. Gillan'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 Ian hasn't done.

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

Happy Birthday, Ian, you're the best!

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