Happy birthday! Jim Kerr turns 66 today

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The iconic and legendary singer turns 66 on Wednesday, Jul. 9, 2025.
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Simple Minds frontman Jim Kerr is celebrating his 66th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Popular singer-songwriter Jim Kerr has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 66th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Kerr, a cultural icon

Born James Kerr in Glasgow on July 9, 1959, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Scottish history. Kerr'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 Jim hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Jim Kerr as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 66.

Happy Birthday, Jim, you're the best!

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