81 years old (Born on February 05, 1944)
Happy Birthday, Al Kooper! The man who formed Blood, Sweat & Tears and then gracefully exited stage left just before the band soared to fame. Your impeccable timing is legendary—almost as legendary as your musical talent!But seriously, your contributions to music history—from playing that unforgettable organ riff on Dylan's "Like a Rolling Stone," to producing iconic albums—are timeless. Even if you missed out on the spotlight with Blood, Sweat & Tears' biggest hits, you've always been ahead of your time. Here's wishing you another year filled with great music and perfectly timed exits!