Happy birthday! Steve Winwood turns 78 today

The iconic and legendary musician turns 78 on Tuesday, May. 12, 2026.

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Steve Winwood is celebrating his 78th 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 78th 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 78.

Happy Birthday, Steve, you're the best!

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