Happy birthday! Manu Chao turns 65 today

The iconic and legendary singer turns 65 on Sunday, Jun. 21, 2026.

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Mano Negra frontman Manu Chao is celebrating his 65th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Popular singer-songwriter Manu Chao has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 65th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Chao, a cultural icon

Born José-Manuel Thomas Arthur Chao in Paris on June 21, 1961, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Chao'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 Manu hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Manu Chao as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 65.

Happy Birthday, Manu, you're the best!

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