how old are the members of iron maiden
The classic Iron Maiden lineup members are all in their mid‑60s to early‑70s as of early 2026.
Current core lineup and ages (as of 2026)
Note: Ages below are approximate, based on their public birth dates and the fact that it’s now 2026.
| Member | Role | Date of birth | Approx. age in 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steve Harris | Bass, founder | 12 March 1956 | 69–70 years old (turns 70 in March 2026) | [5][1]
| Dave Murray | Guitar | 23 December 1956 | 69 years old (turns 70 in Dec 2026) | [7][1][5]
| Adrian Smith | Guitar | 27 February 1957 | 69 years old (turns 69 in Feb 2026) | [1][5][7]
| Bruce Dickinson | Vocals | 7 August 1958 | 67 years old (turns 68 in Aug 2026) | [3][5][7]
| Nicko McBrain | Drums (studio; off the road since 2024) | 5 June 1952 | 73 years old (turns 74 in June 2026) | [3][5][1]
| Janick Gers | Guitar | 27 January 1957 | 69 years old (turned 69 in Jan 2026) | [5][7][3]
Quick scoop style notes
- All six long‑time members are now pushing 70, with Nicko well into his early 70s.
- Steve Harris, the band’s founder, and Dave Murray have been there since the very beginning era of the late 70s.
- Bruce, Adrian and Janick all joined in the 80s/early 90s, which means they’ve each been in the band for decades despite still being “younger” than Nicko.
From a forum‑discussion angle, fans often point out that for guys in their late 60s and early 70s, they’re still touring and recording at an intensity that would wipe out many younger bands, which is part of why questions like “how much longer can they go?” keep trending in Iron Maiden communities.
Information gathered from public forums or data available on the internet and portrayed here.
