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John Mellencamp
American singer-songwriter
- Born1951
- Known asAmerican singer-songwriter
Photo: DoD photo by Staff Sgt. D. Myles Cullen, U.S. Air Force., Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
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How old is John Mellencamp?
75 years old1
John Mellencamp is 75 years old. He was born on October 7, 1951.
- Wikipedia: John Mellencamp, revision of Oct 19, 2026
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- Known for: American singer-songwriter (born 1951)
- Born: October 7, 1951
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- John J. Mellencamp, previously known professionally as Johnny Cougar, John Cougar, and John Cougar Mellencamp, is an American singer-songwriter.
- He is known for his brand of heartland rock, which emphasizes traditional instrumentation.
- He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2008, followed by an induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2018.
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- MyShowNotes ✓ Newborn Nights & ChatGPT Fights — We’re Having a Good Time Ep 163: Dusty has a new bit breaking down the chili dog line in Jack and Diane. (20:00)
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Who is John Mellencamp?
John J. Mellencamp, previously known professionally as Johnny Cougar, John Cougar, and John Cougar Mellencamp, is an American singer-songwriter.
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