Happy birthday! Mick Avory turns 81 today

By Lori Macatee
London
Last updated on February 15, 2025

The iconic and legendary musician turns 81 on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025.

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Kinks original drummer Mick Avory is celebrating his 81st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed musicians of his generation.

Popular musician Mick Avory has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 81st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Avory, a cultural icon

Born Michael Charles Avory in East Molesey on February 15, 1944, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in British history. Avory'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 Mick hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Mick Avory as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 81.

Happy Birthday, Mick, you're the best!