Happy birthday! Johnny Marr turns 61 today

By Lori Macatee
London
Last updated on October 31, 2024

The iconic and legendary musician turns 61 on Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024.

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Smiths ex-guitarist Johnny Marr is celebrating his 61st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed musicians of his generation.

Popular musician-singer-songwriter Johnny Marr has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 61st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Marr, a cultural icon

Born John Martin Maher in Manchester on October 31, 1963, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in English history. Marr'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 Johnny hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Johnny Marr as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 61.

Happy Birthday, Johnny, you're the best!