Happy birthday! Lee Ritenour turns 74 today

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The iconic and legendary guitarist turns 74 on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026.
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Fourplay ex-guitarist Lee Ritenour is celebrating his 74th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed guitarists of his generation.

Popular guitarist Lee Ritenour has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 74th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Ritenour, a cultural icon

Born Lee Mack Ritenour in Los Angeles on January 11, 1952, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Ritenour's not just a great guitarist, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Lee hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Lee Ritenour as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 74.

Happy Birthday, Lee, you're the best!

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