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James Hetfield

Photo: Kreepin Deth, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Musician · Singer

James Hetfield

American guitarist and singer

James Hetfield is 63 years old, born on August 3, 1963 in Downey.

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Born
August 3, 1963, Downey
Age
63
Zodiac sign
Leo
Country
United States
Known as
Musician, Singer

Official links: Official website (metallica.com) · Instagram · Wikipedia

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James’s birthday, by the numbers

  • James Hetfield was born on a Saturday.
  • James Hetfield has been alive for about 23,104 days.
  • Their 25,000-day milestone falls on January 13, 2032.
  • Their next birthday, turning 64, is on a Tuesday.
  • Next milestone: James Hetfield turns 70 on August 3, 2033, in 6 years and 9 months. More milestone birthdays
  • James Hetfield is younger than 1,660 and older than 5,186 of the living celebrities on CFOTD.
  • Half birthday: February 3. Birthstone: Peridot and spinel.
  • James Hetfield belongs to Baby Boomers.

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Whitney HoustonSinger · August 9, 1963George MichaelSinger · June 25, 1963Lisa KudrowActor · July 30, 1963SrideviActor · August 13, 1963Alejandro González IñárrituFilm director · August 15, 1963Donnie YenActor · July 27, 1963

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Frequently asked questions

How old is James Hetfield?

James Hetfield is 63 years old, born on August 3, 1963 in Downey.

What is James Hetfield’s zodiac sign?

Leo, born August 3.

Does James Hetfield have an official website?

Yes: metallica.com.