Happy birthday! Lars Ulrich turns 61 today

By Lori Macatee
Copenhagen
Last updated on December 26, 2024

The iconic and legendary musician turns 61 on Thursday, Dec. 26, 2024.

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Metallica drummer Lars Ulrich 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 Lars Ulrich has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 61st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Ulrich, a cultural icon

Born in Gentofte on December 26, 1963, Lars Ulrich's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Danish history. Ulrich'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 Lars hasn't done.

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

Happy Birthday, Lars, you're the best!