Happy birthday! James Hetfield turns 63 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary guitarist turns 63 on Monday, Aug. 3, 2026.

Metallica frontman James Hetfield is celebrating his 63rd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed guitarists of his generation.

Popular guitarist-singer-songwriter James Hetfield has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 63rd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Hetfield, a cultural icon

Born in Downey on August 3, 1963, James Hetfield's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Hetfield's not just a great guitarist, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little James hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for James Hetfield as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 63.

Happy Birthday, James, you're the best!

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