Happy birthday! Steve Winwood turns 77 today

By Lori Macatee
London
Last updated on May 12, 2025

The iconic and legendary musician turns 77 on Monday, May. 12, 2025.

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Steve Winwood is celebrating his 77th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed musicians of his generation.

Popular musician Steve Winwood (Higher Love, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 77th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Winwood, a cultural icon

Born Stephen Lawrence Winwood in Birmingham on May 12, 1948, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in English history. Winwood's not just a great musician, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Steve hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Steve Winwood as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 77.

Happy Birthday, Steve, you're the best!