Happy birthday! James Righton turns 43 today

The iconic and legendary musician turns 43 on Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026.

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Klaxons frontman James Righton is celebrating his 43rd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed musicians of his generation.

Popular musician James Righton has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 43rd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Righton, a cultural icon

Born James Nicholas Righton in Stratford-upon-Avon on August 25, 1983, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in British history. Righton'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 James hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for James Righton as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 43.

Happy Birthday, James, you're the best!

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