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Musician
Jimi Hendrix
American guitarist (1942 to 1970)
Jimi Hendrix was born on November 27, 1942 and died on September 18, 1970, aged 27.
- Born
- November 27, 1942, Seattle
- Died
- September 18, 1970
- Zodiac sign
- Sagittarius
- Country
- United States
- Known as
- Musician
Official links: Official website (jimihendrix.com) · Instagram · X · YouTube · Wikipedia
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Jimi’s birthday, by the numbers
- Jimi Hendrix was born on a Friday.
- Jimi Hendrix would have turned 84 in 2026.
- Half birthday: May 27. Birthstone: Topaz and citrine.
- Jimi Hendrix belongs to Born before 1946, the stars born before the Baby Boom.
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Frequently asked questions
When was Jimi Hendrix born?
Jimi Hendrix was born on November 27, 1942 and died on September 18, 1970, aged 27.
What is Jimi Hendrix’s zodiac sign?
Sagittarius, born November 27.
Does Jimi Hendrix have an official website?
Yes: jimihendrix.com.