Happy birthday! Slim Whitman turns 102 today

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The iconic and legendary singer turns 102 on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026.
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Slim Whitman is celebrating his 102nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Popular singer Slim Whitman (Rose Marie, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 102nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Whitman, a cultural icon

Born Ottis Dewey Whitman, Jr. in Tampa on January 20, 1924, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Whitman'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 Slim hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Slim Whitman as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 102.

Happy Birthday, Slim, you're the best!

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