89 years old (Born on May 09, 1935)
Happy Birthday to Nokie Edwards—the man whose fingers are faster than lightning and guitar riffs smoother than a California surf wave! From "Walk Don't Run" to the iconic sounds of "Hawaii Five-O," your extraordinary style didn't just rock—it practically defined instrumental coolness itself. You made everyone wish they could air-guitar half as well.Your induction into the Rock 'N' Roll Hall of Fame was overdue recognition—we all knew you put the "Ventures" in adventure long ago. May your day be filled with groovy vibes, nonstop smiles, legendary jams...and absolutely zero broken guitar strings!
Keep rocking forever, Nokie!