Happy birthday! John Paul Jones turns 80 today

The iconic and legendary musician turns 80 on Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026.

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Led Zeppelin bassist John Paul Jones is celebrating his 80th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed musicians of his generation.

Popular musician John Paul Jones has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 80th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Jones, a cultural icon

Born John Baldwin in Sidcup on January 3, 1946, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in British history. Jones' 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 John Paul hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for John Paul Jones as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 80.

Happy Birthday, John Paul, you're the best!

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