Rick Astley Takes His 56th Trip Around The Sun!

Singer Rick Astley is turning 56 years old today!

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Rick Astley was born on February 6, 1966.

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He was born in Newton-le-Willows in the United Kingdom.

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Astley is an English singer, songwriter, and radio personality.

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He married Lene Bausager in 2003 and they have one daughter together.

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His song “Never Gonna Give You Up” has become an Internet sensation.

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It’s become an Internet meme known as “Rickrolling.”

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He released the album 50 for his 50th birthday, which hit the #1 spot in the U.K.

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Many fans took to social media to wish him a happy birthday!

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