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Jerry Garcia

Photo: Carl Lender, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Musician · Singer

Jerry Garcia

American guitarist and singer (1942 to 1995)

Jerry Garcia was born on August 1, 1942 and died on August 9, 1995, aged 53.

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Born
August 1, 1942, San Francisco
Died
August 9, 1995
Zodiac sign
Leo
Country
United States
Known as
Musician, Singer

Official links: Official website (jerrygarcia.com) · Wikipedia

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Jerry’s birthday, by the numbers

  • Jerry Garcia was born on a Saturday.
  • Jerry Garcia would have turned 84 in 2026.
  • Half birthday: February 1. Birthstone: Peridot and spinel.
  • Jerry Garcia belongs to Born before 1946, the stars born before the Baby Boom.

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Frequently asked questions

When was Jerry Garcia born?

Jerry Garcia was born on August 1, 1942 and died on August 9, 1995, aged 53.

What is Jerry Garcia’s zodiac sign?

Leo, born August 1.

Does Jerry Garcia have an official website?

Yes: jerrygarcia.com.