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Brian May — Age & Birthday

Born: 19 July 1947 · Age: 79

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Brian May is 79 years old as of October 2026. He was born on 19 July 1947.

Lead guitarist of the rock band Queen and astrophysicist

Did you know?He built his iconic Red Special guitar by hand with his father using wood from an old fireplace mantel.

Sir Brian Harold May (born 19 July 1947) is an English musician, animal welfare activist, and astrophysicist. He achieved global fame as the lead guitarist and backing vocalist of the rock band Queen, which he co-founded with singer Freddie Mercury and drummer Roger Taylor.

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Age: 79
Status: Living

Born: July 19, 1947 · Hampton, United Kingdom
Nationality: British
Known for: Music, Science, Film

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Spouse: Anita Dobson

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