Happy birthday! Vicki Peterson turns 68 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary guitarist turns 68 on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026.

Bangles guitarist Vicki Peterson is celebrating her 68th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed guitarists of her generation.

Popular guitarist Vicki Peterson has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 68th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Peterson, a cultural icon

Born Victoria Anne Theresa Peterson in Los Angeles on January 11, 1958, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Peterson's not just a great guitarist, she's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business woman. At this point in her career, there seems to be little Vicki hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Vicki Peterson as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 68.

Happy Birthday, Vicki, you're the best!

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