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Mark Knopfler

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Musician

Mark Knopfler

British musician (born 1949)

Mark Knopfler is 77 years old, born on August 12, 1949 in Glasgow.

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Born
August 12, 1949, Glasgow
Age
77
Zodiac sign
Leo
Country
United Kingdom
Known as
Musician

Official links: Official website (markknopfler.com) · X · YouTube · Wikipedia

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Mark’s birthday, by the numbers

  • Mark Knopfler was born on a Friday.
  • Mark Knopfler has been alive for about 28,209 days.
  • Their 30,000-day milestone falls on October 1, 2031.
  • Their next birthday, turning 78, is on a Thursday.
  • Next milestone: Mark Knopfler turns 80 on August 12, 2029, in 2 years and 9 months. More milestone birthdays
  • Mark Knopfler is younger than 634 and older than 6,212 of the living celebrities on CFOTD.
  • Half birthday: February 12. Birthstone: Peridot and spinel.
  • Mark Knopfler belongs to Baby Boomers.

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Bruce SpringsteenSinger · September 23, 1949Pedro AlmodóvarFilm director · September 25, 1949Richard GereActor · August 31, 1949Roger TaylorMusician · July 26, 1949Michael RichardsActor · July 24, 1949Peter ShiltonSoccer player · September 18, 1949

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Frequently asked questions

How old is Mark Knopfler?

Mark Knopfler is 77 years old, born on August 12, 1949 in Glasgow.

What is Mark Knopfler’s zodiac sign?

Leo, born August 12.

Does Mark Knopfler have an official website?

Yes: markknopfler.com.