Happy birthday! Lou Christie turns 82 today

The iconic and legendary singer turns 82 on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025.

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Lou Christie is celebrating his 82nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Popular singer-songwriter Lou Christie (Lightnin' Strikes, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 82nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Christie, a cultural icon

Born Lugee Alfredo Giovanni Sacco in Glenwillard on February 19, 1943, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Christie'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 Lou hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Lou Christie as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 82.

Happy Birthday, Lou, you're the best!

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