Happy birthday! Wilko Johnson turns 77 today

By Lori Macatee
London
Last updated on July 12, 2024

The iconic and legendary singer turns 77 on Friday, Jul. 12, 2024.

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Dr. Feelgood ex-guitarist Wilko Johnson is celebrating his 77th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Popular singer-songwriter-guitarist-actor Wilko Johnson has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 77th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Johnson, a cultural icon

Born John Peter Wilkinson in Canvey Island on July 12, 1947, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in English history. Johnson's not just a great singer, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Wilko hasn't done.

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

Happy Birthday, Wilko, you're the best!