Musician
Jimi Hendrix
Jimi Hendrix was born on November 27, 1942 in Seattle, Washington. He played as sideman for Little Richard and The Isley Brothers the year he turned 22, and released 'Are You Experienced' the year he turned 25.
Jimi Hendrix was born in 1942 and lived to age 27. Anyone born before 1942 is older than Jimi. Anyone over 27 is older than Jimi ever was.
Jimi Hendrix was born on November 27, 1942 in Seattle, Washington and died on September 18, 1970 at the age of 27. Jimi would be 83 years old today.
Jimi Hendrix would be 83 years old in 2026 and would turn 84 on November 27, 2026. Jimi Hendrix's age in every year ↓
Born
November 27, 1942
Died
September 18, 1970
World pop. at birth
~2.3B
Jimi's age at death
27
Your age
20
Are you older than Jimi Hendrix?
No — Jimi Hendrix was born in 1942. You were born in 2006, making you 64 years younger. Jimi lived to age 27. You are currently 20, so you are not yet older than Jimi was when he died.
At your age (20), Jimi had already joined the Army (the year he turned 19), but hadn't yet played as sideman for Little Richard and The Isley Brothers (the year he turned 22).
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Jimi's Life Timeline
Jimi Hendrix was born on November 27, 1942, in Seattle, Washington. He grew up in a challenging environment, facing the struggles of poverty and family instability. Despite these hardships, he developed a passion for music at a young age, learning to play the guitar and honing his skills as a performer.
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Hendrix's career took off in the mid-1960s when he moved to London and formed the Jimi Hendrix Experience. He was 24 years old when he released his debut album, 'Are You Experienced,' in 1967, which included hits like 'Purple Haze' and 'Hey Joe.' His innovative guitar playing and unique sound quickly made him a prominent figure in the rock music scene. Hendrix was 27 years old when he delivered a legendary performance of the 'Star-Spangled Banner' at the Woodstock Festival in 1969, solidifying his status as a cultural icon.
Jimi Hendrix's legacy continues to influence musicians and guitarists around the world. He passed away on September 18, 1970, at the age of 27, leaving behind a profound impact on rock music and popular culture. His innovative techniques and experimental approach to music have inspired countless artists, ensuring that his contributions to music will not be forgotten.
Received his first guitar
Jimi Hendrix was 15 years old when he received his first guitar. This moment marked the beginning of his journey into music, allowing him to explore his passion and develop his unique style.
Jimi Hendrix turned 15 in 1957, the year he received his first guitar. Are you older than Jimi was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Joined the Army
Jimi Hendrix was 19 years old when he joined the U.S. Army. He served in the 101st Airborne Division, where he continued to play guitar in his free time, ultimately leading to his discharge due to an injury.
Jimi Hendrix turned 19 in 1961, the year he joined the Army. Are you older than Jimi was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Played as sideman for Little Richard and The Isley Brothers
Jimi Hendrix was 22 years old when he worked as a sideman for artists including Little Richard and The Isley Brothers, gaining crucial performance experience before his solo breakthrough.
Jimi Hendrix turned 22 in 1964, the year he played as sideman for Little Richard and The Isley Brothers. Are you older than Jimi was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released 'Are You Experienced'
Jimi Hendrix was 25 years old when he released his debut album, 'Are You Experienced.' This album featured groundbreaking tracks that changed the landscape of rock music and showcased his exceptional guitar skills.
Jimi Hendrix turned 25 in 1967, the year he released 'Are You Experienced'. Are you older than Jimi was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Monterey Pop Festival guitar burning
Jimi Hendrix was 25 years old when he set his guitar on fire at the Monterey Pop Festival, creating one of the most iconic moments in rock history and catapulting himself to stardom.
Jimi Hendrix turned 25 in 1967: Monterey Pop Festival guitar burning. Are you older than Jimi was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released 'Axis: Bold as Love'
Jimi Hendrix was 25 years old when he released 'Axis: Bold as Love,' the second album by the Jimi Hendrix Experience, expanding his sonic palette with innovative studio techniques.
Jimi Hendrix turned 25 in 1967, the year he released 'Axis: Bold as Love'. Are you older than Jimi was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Headlined the Monterey Pop Festival
Jimi Hendrix was 26 years old when he headlined the Monterey Pop Festival. His performance, which included the iconic moment of setting his guitar on fire, catapulted him to international fame.
Jimi Hendrix turned 26 in 1968, the year he headlined the Monterey Pop Festival. Are you older than Jimi was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released 'Electric Ladyland'
Jimi Hendrix was 26 years old when he released 'Electric Ladyland,' a double album that became his only number-one LP and is widely regarded as his masterpiece.
Jimi Hendrix turned 26 in 1968, the year he released 'Electric Ladyland'. Are you older than Jimi was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Performed at Woodstock
Jimi Hendrix was 27 years old when he performed at the Woodstock Festival. His rendition of the 'Star-Spangled Banner' became a defining moment in music history, symbolizing the counterculture movement of the 1960s.
Jimi Hendrix turned 27 in 1969, the year he performed at Woodstock. Are you older than Jimi was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Woodstock 'Star-Spangled Banner'
Jimi Hendrix was 27 years old when he closed the Woodstock Festival with a legendary rendition of 'The Star-Spangled Banner,' using distortion and feedback to create a defining moment of the counterculture era.
Jimi Hendrix turned 27 in 1969: Woodstock 'Star-Spangled Banner'. Are you older than Jimi was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Passed away
Jimi Hendrix was 27 years old when he passed away on September 18, 1970. His untimely death shocked the music world, but his legacy as one of the greatest guitarists of all time endures.
Jimi Hendrix was 27 in 1970, the year he passed away. Are you older than Jimi was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by year
How old was Jimi Hendrix in each year?
- 2026
- Jimi Hendrix would be 83 years old in 2026 and would turn 84 on November 27, 2026.
- 1957
- Jimi Hendrix was 14 at the start of 1957 and turned 15 on November 27, 1957. That year, he received his first guitar.
- 1964
- Jimi Hendrix was 21 at the start of 1964 and turned 22 on November 27, 1964. That year, he played as sideman for Little Richard and The Isley Brothers.
- 1967
- Jimi Hendrix was 24 at the start of 1967 and turned 25 on November 27, 1967. That year, he released 'Are You Experienced'.
- 1968
- Jimi Hendrix was 25 at the start of 1968 and turned 26 on November 27, 1968. That year, he headlined the Monterey Pop Festival.
- 1969
- Jimi Hendrix was 26 at the start of 1969 and turned 27 on November 27, 1969. That year, he performed at Woodstock.
Jimi Hendrix's age in every year
Ages change on November 27: the first number is before that birthday, the second after it.
- 19420 years old
- 19430 → 1 years old
- 19441 → 2 years old
- 19452 → 3 years old
- 19463 → 4 years old
- 19474 → 5 years old
- 19485 → 6 years old
- 19496 → 7 years old
- 19507 → 8 years old
- 19518 → 9 years old
- 19529 → 10 years old
- 195310 → 11 years old
- 195411 → 12 years old
- 195512 → 13 years old
- 195613 → 14 years old
- 195714 → 15 years old
- 195815 → 16 years old
- 195916 → 17 years old
- 196017 → 18 years old
- 196118 → 19 years old
- 196219 → 20 years old
- 196320 → 21 years old
- 196421 → 22 years old
- 196522 → 23 years old
- 196623 → 24 years old
- 196724 → 25 years old
- 196825 → 26 years old
- 196926 → 27 years old
- 197027 years old
