David Bowie 79th Birthday: Lexi Jones Tribute and the 1963 Brixton Legacy

We still need heroes. Today, January 8, 2026, marks what would have been the 79th birthday of the legendary David Bowie. Though he left us years ago, his presence in the cultural zeitgeist remains as potent as ever.

David Bowie 79th Birthday Tribute from Daughter Lexi

His daughter, Lexi Jones, shared a heartfelt tribute to her father on social media. "Da big 79 today. Happy birthday pops, miss ya," she posted. The message highlights the enduring bond between the icon and his family, even a decade after his passing.

Revisiting the 1963 Mick Jagger Impersonation

Fans are also celebrating by revisiting a classic piece of Bowie history: his spot-on impersonation of Mick Jagger. Recalling a night at the Brixton Academy in 1963—before the Rolling Stones hit global stardom—Bowie mimicked Jagger's response to a heckler, showcasing the wit that would define his career.