Happy birthday! Leon Lai turns 59 today

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The iconic and legendary singer turns 59 on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025.
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Leon Lai is celebrating his 59th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Popular singer Leon Lai has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 59th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Lai, a cultural icon

Born in Beijing on December 11, 1966, Leon Lai's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Chinese history. Lai's 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 Leon hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Leon Lai as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 59.

Happy Birthday, Leon, you're the best!

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