Happy birthday! Johnny Rivers turns 82 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on November 7, 2024

The iconic and legendary singer turns 82 on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024.

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Johnny Rivers is celebrating his 82nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Popular singer-songwriter-guitarist Johnny Rivers (Secret Agent Man, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 82nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Rivers, a cultural icon

Born John Henry Ramistella in New York on November 7, 1942, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Rivers' 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 Johnny hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Johnny Rivers as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 82.

Happy Birthday, Johnny, you're the best!