Music · 1962–1986
Cliff Burton — Age, Birthday & Biography
Born: 10 February 1962 · Died: 27 September 1986 · Age at death: 24
How old was Cliff Burton when he died?
Cliff Burton died aged 24. He was born on 10 February 1962 and died on 27 September 1986.
Original bassist for the heavy metal band Metallica
Did you know?He won his place in the band on the condition that the other members relocated from Los Angeles to San Francisco.
Clifford Lee Burton (February 10, 1962 – September 27, 1986) was an American musician who served as the bassist for the thrash metal band Metallica from 1982 until his death in 1986. He is renowned for his musicianship and influence.
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- Age at death
- 24
- Would be
- 64
- Years since death
- 40
- Born
- February 10, 1962 · Castro Valley, United States
- Died
- September 27, 1986
- Cause of death
- Traffic collision, blunt trauma
- Nationality
- American
- Known for
- Music
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- Would-be age todayCliff Burton would be 64 years old today. See how many birthdays they would have celebrated.Age
- Birth anniversaryCliff Burton's 65th birthday is in 108 days. If it's your birthday too, it's a double celebration!65th
- Death anniversaryThe 41st anniversary of Cliff Burton's death is in 337 days. A moment to remember their legacy.41st
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