Happy birthday! Mike McCready turns 59 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on April 5, 2025

The iconic and legendary guitarist turns 59 on Saturday, Apr. 5, 2025.

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Pearl Jam guitarist Mike McCready is celebrating his 59th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed guitarists of his generation.

Popular guitarist Mike McCready has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 59th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

McCready, a cultural icon

Born Michael David McCready in Pensacola on April 5, 1966, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. McCready'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 Mike hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Mike McCready as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 59.

Happy Birthday, Mike, you're the best!