Happy birthday! Patti Austin turns 76 today

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The iconic and legendary singer turns 76 on Monday, Aug. 10, 2026.
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Patti Austin is celebrating her 76th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed singers of her generation.

Popular singer Patti Austin (Baby, Come to Me, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 76th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Austin, a cultural icon

Born in New York on August 10, 1950, Patti Austin's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Austin's not just a great singer, she's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business woman. At this point in her career, there seems to be little Patti hasn't done.

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

Happy Birthday, Patti, you're the best!

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