Happy birthday! John Waite turns 72 today

By Lori Macatee
London
Last updated on July 4, 2024

The iconic and legendary singer turns 72 on Thursday, Jul. 4, 2024.

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John Waite is celebrating his 72nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Popular singer John Waite (Missing You, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 72nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Waite, a cultural icon

Born John Charles Waite in Lancaster on July 4, 1952, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in English history. Waite'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 John hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for John Waite as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 72.

Happy Birthday, John, you're the best!