Happy birthday! Stewart Copeland turns 74 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary musician turns 74 on Thursday, Jul. 16, 2026.

Police drummer Stewart Copeland is celebrating his 74th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed musicians of his generation.

Popular musician Stewart Copeland has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 74th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Copeland, a cultural icon

Born in Alexandria on July 16, 1952, Stewart Copeland's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Copeland'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 Stewart hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Stewart Copeland as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 74.

Happy Birthday, Stewart, you're the best!

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