Happy birthday! Krist Novoselic turns 61 today

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Washington
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The iconic and legendary musician turns 61 on Saturday, May. 16, 2026.

Nirvana bassist Krist Novoselic 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 Krist Novoselic has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 61st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Novoselic, a cultural icon

Born Krist Anthony Novoselic II in Compton on May 16, 1965, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Novoselic'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 Krist hasn't done.

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

Happy Birthday, Krist, you're the best!

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