Happy birthday! Maceo Parker turns 82 today

The iconic and legendary musician turns 82 on Friday, Feb. 14, 2025.

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James Brown's former saxophone player Maceo Parker is celebrating his 82nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed musicians of his generation.

Popular musician-singer Maceo Parker has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 82nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Parker, a cultural icon

Born in Kinston on February 14, 1943, Maceo Parker's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Parker'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 Maceo hasn't done.

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

Happy Birthday, Maceo, you're the best!

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