Happy birthday! Peter Buck turns 68 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on December 6, 2024

The iconic and legendary guitarist turns 68 on Friday, Dec. 6, 2024.

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R.E.M. guitarist Peter Buck is celebrating his 68th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed guitarists of his generation.

Popular guitarist Peter Buck has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 68th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Buck, a cultural icon

Born in Berkeley on December 6, 1956, Peter Buck's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Buck'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 Peter hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Peter Buck as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 68.

Happy Birthday, Peter, you're the best!