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Joe Cocker

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Singer

Joe Cocker

British singer (1944 to 2014)

Joe Cocker was born on May 20, 1944 and died on December 22, 2014, aged 70.

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Born
May 20, 1944, Sheffield
Died
December 22, 2014
Zodiac sign
Taurus
Country
United Kingdom
Known as
Singer

Official links: Official website (cocker.com) · Instagram · YouTube · TikTok · Wikipedia

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Joe’s birthday, by the numbers

  • Joe Cocker was born on a Saturday.
  • Joe Cocker would have turned 82 in 2026.
  • Half birthday: November 20. Birthstone: Emerald.
  • Joe Cocker belongs to Born before 1946, the stars born before the Baby Boom.

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Frequently asked questions

When was Joe Cocker born?

Joe Cocker was born on May 20, 1944 and died on December 22, 2014, aged 70.

What is Joe Cocker’s zodiac sign?

Taurus, born May 20.

Does Joe Cocker have an official website?

Yes: cocker.com.