Happy birthday! Tony Iommi turns 77 today

By Lori Macatee
London
Last updated on February 19, 2025

The iconic and legendary guitarist turns 77 on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025.

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Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi is celebrating his 77th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed guitarists of his generation.

Popular guitarist Tony Iommi has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 77th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Iommi, a cultural icon

Born Anthony Frank Iommi in Birmingham on February 19, 1948, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in British history. Iommi's not just a great guitarist, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Tony hasn't done.

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

Happy Birthday, Tony, you're the best!