Happy birthday! Madeleine Peyroux turns 53 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary singer turns 53 on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026.

Madeleine Peyroux is celebrating her 53rd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed singers of her generation.

Popular singer-guitarist Madeleine Peyroux (Half The Perfect World, Careless Love, Dreamland, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 53rd birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Peyroux, a cultural icon

Born in Athens on January 1, 1973, Madeleine Peyroux's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Peyroux's not just a great singer, she's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business woman. At this point in her career, there seems to be little Madeleine hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Madeleine Peyroux as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 53.

Happy Birthday, Madeleine, you're the best!

Madeleine Peyroux career in pictures

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