Happy birthday! Mick Taylor turns 76 today

By Lori Macatee
London
Last updated on January 17, 2025

The iconic and legendary guitarist turns 76 on Friday, Jan. 17, 2025.

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Rolling Stones ex-guitarist Mick Taylor is celebrating his 76th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed guitarists of his generation.

Popular guitarist Mick Taylor has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 76th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Taylor, a cultural icon

Born Michael Kevin Taylor in Welwyn Garden City on January 17, 1949, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in British history. Taylor's not just a great guitarist, 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 Taylor as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 76.

Happy Birthday, Mick, you're the best!