Overview

• Eric Clapton, one of the most influential guitarists in music history, turns 80 and continues to perform live.
• Clapton's 2025 tour will include stops in Japan, the UK, Italy, France, and the USA, with performances in major venues.
• The musician has faced significant health challenges, including peripheral neuropathy and hearing loss, which impact his ability to play guitar.
• Clapton's career includes over 280 million albums sold and three inductions into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, a record for any artist.
• While controversies, including his COVID-19 statements, have affected his public image, Clapton remains a revered figure in rock and blues music.