Happy birthday! Roger McGuinn turns 82 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on July 13, 2024

The iconic and legendary singer turns 82 on Saturday, Jul. 13, 2024.

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Byrds frontman Roger McGuinn is celebrating his 82nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Popular singer-songwriter-guitarist Roger McGuinn has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 82nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

McGuinn, a cultural icon

Born James Roger McGuinn in Chicago on July 13, 1942, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. McGuinn'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 Roger hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Roger McGuinn as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 82.

Happy Birthday, Roger, you're the best!