Happy birthday! Kate Pierson turns 78 today

The iconic and legendary singer turns 78 on Monday, Apr. 27, 2026.

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B-52's singer Kate Pierson is celebrating her 78th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed singers of her generation.

Popular singer Kate Pierson has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 78th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Pierson, a cultural icon

Born Catherine Elizabeth Pierson in Weehawken on April 27, 1948, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Pierson's not just a great singer, she's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business woman. At this point in her career, there seems to be little Kate hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Kate Pierson as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 78.

Happy Birthday, Kate, you're the best!

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