Happy birthday! Richie Sambora turns 66 today

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Washington
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The iconic and legendary guitarist turns 66 on Friday, Jul. 11, 2025.

Bon Jovi guitarist Richie Sambora is celebrating his 66th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed guitarists of his generation.

Popular guitarist Richie Sambora has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 66th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Sambora, a cultural icon

Born Richard Stephen Sambora in Perth Amboy on July 11, 1959, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Sambora'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 Richie hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Richie Sambora as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 66.

Happy Birthday, Richie, you're the best!

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