Happy birthday! Rudolph Isley turns 86 today

The iconic and legendary singer turns 86 on Tuesday, Apr. 1, 2025.

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Isley Brothers singer Rudolph Isley is celebrating his 86th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Popular singer Rudolph Isley has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 86th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Isley, a cultural icon

Born in Cincinnati on April 1, 1939, Rudolph Isley's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Isley'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 Rudolph hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Rudolph Isley as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 86.

Happy Birthday, Rudolph, you're the best!

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