Today marks the 60th birthday of acclaimed hip-hop artist, producer and businessman Andre Romelle Young - known to the world as the incomparable Dr. Dre.
One of the most influential figures in hip-hop history, Dre rose to fame as a founding member of N.W.A., he helped shape the genre with Straight Outta Compton (1988), pioneering gangsta rap. His 1992 solo debut, The Chronic, introduced the world to G-funk and cemented his status as a production genius.
He later founded Aftermath Entertainment, signing and mentoring superstars like Eminem, 50 Cent, and Xzibit.
Beyond music, Dre revolutionized the tech industry with Beats by Dre, which he sold to Apple for $3 billion in 2014, making him one of hip-hop’s wealthiest moguls.
His cultural impact extends to philanthropy, documentary work (The Defiant Ones), and a legendary Super Bowl halftime show in 2022 - which also happened to feature Kendrick Lamar three years before he would himself perform a stunning set at the Super Bowl.
So as Dre turns 60, we’ve scoured through Getty Images’ archives to bring some memorable images captured of Dr Dre through the annuls of time; have you a favourite Dr Dre moment to share on his birthday?
17. Dr Dre addressing audiences at his keynote speech
(L-R) Recording artists Sheryl Crow, The Edge from the band U2 and Dr. Dre listens during a keynote address by HP CEO Carly Fiorina at the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) January 8, 2004 in Las Vegas. | Getty Images
18. Dr Dre and proteges attend the launch of Shade 45
(L to R) Rappers Eminem, 50 Cent and Dr. Dre arrive at the Shady National Convention to launch Shade 45, a new satellite radio station, at the Roseland Ballroom October 28, 2004 in New York City. | Getty Images
19. Dre, Eminem and 50 Cent
The trio suited and booted during the launch of Shade 45. | Getty Images
20. Dr Dre attends Pussycat Dolls fashion show - 2008
Dancer/actress Carmit Bakar (L) and Dr. Dre in the front row at the Pussycat Dolls by Robin Antin Fall 2008 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week held at Smashbox Studios on March 13, 2008 in Culver City, California | Getty