Happy birthday! Izzy Stradlin turns 64 today

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The iconic and legendary musician turns 64 on Wednesday, Apr. 8, 2026.
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Guns N' Roses guitarist Izzy Stradlin is celebrating his 64th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed musicians of his generation.

Popular musician Izzy Stradlin has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 64th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Stradlin, a cultural icon

Born Jeffrey Dean Isbell in Lafayette on April 8, 1962, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Stradlin's not just a great musician, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Izzy hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Izzy Stradlin as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 64.

Happy Birthday, Izzy, you're the best!

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