THE DATE BEHIND THE NAME
Gordon Lightfoot
Canadian singer-songwriter (1938–2023)
Gordon Lightfoot was born on November 17, 1938 in Orillia, Canada and died on May 1, 2023, aged 84.
Born
November 17, 1938
Gordon Lightfoot died aged 84.
Died: May 1, 2023
- Birthplace
- Orillia, Canada
- Professions
- actor, singer, poet, country musician, guitarist, composer, singer-songwriter, Liedermacher
- Citizenship
- Canada
More about Gordon Lightfoot
- Zodiac sign
- Scorpio
- Birth name
- Gordon Meredith Lightfoot, Jr.
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Questions people ask
How old was Gordon Lightfoot when they died?
Gordon Lightfoot died aged 84.
When is Gordon Lightfoot’s birthday?
Gordon Lightfoot’s recorded birthday is November 17.
Where was Gordon Lightfoot born?
Gordon Lightfoot was born in Orillia, Canada.
What was Gordon Lightfoot’s name at birth?
Gordon Lightfoot’s recorded birth name is Gordon Meredith Lightfoot, Jr..
When did Gordon Lightfoot die?
Gordon Lightfoot died on May 1, 2023.