Happy birthday! Rick Astley turns 59 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on February 6, 2025

The iconic and legendary singer turns 59 on Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025.

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Rick Astley is celebrating his 59th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Popular singer-songwriter Rick Astley (Never Gonna Give You Up, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 59th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Astley, a cultural icon

Born Richard Paul Astley in Newton-le-Willows on February 6, 1966, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Astley's 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 Rick hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Rick Astley as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 59.

Happy Birthday, Rick, you're the best!