Happy birthday! Nate Ruess turns 43 today

The iconic and legendary singer turns 43 on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025.

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Fun lead singer Nate Ruess is celebrating his 43rd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Popular singer-songwriter Nate Ruess has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 43rd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Ruess, a cultural icon

Born Nathaniel Joseph Ruess in Iowa City on February 26, 1982, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Ruess' 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 Nate hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Nate Ruess as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 43.

Happy Birthday, Nate, you're the best!

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