Happy birthday! Mike Rutherford turns 76 today

The iconic and legendary musician turns 76 on Friday, Oct. 2, 2026.

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Genesis guitarist Mike Rutherford is celebrating his 76th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed musicians of his generation.

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

Rutherford, a cultural icon

Born in Guildford on October 2, 1950, Mike Rutherford's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in British history. Rutherford'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 Mike hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Mike Rutherford as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 76.

Happy Birthday, Mike, you're the best!

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