Happy birthday! Jamie Hewlett turns 58 today

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The iconic and legendary cartoonist turns 58 on Friday, Apr. 3, 2026.
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Gorillaz bassist Jamie Hewlett is celebrating his 58th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed cartoonists of his generation.

Popular cartoonist Jamie Hewlett has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 58th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Hewlett, a cultural icon

Born in Horsham on April 3, 1968, Jamie Hewlett's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in British history. Hewlett's not just a great cartoonist, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Jamie hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Jamie Hewlett as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 58.

Happy Birthday, Jamie, you're the best!

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