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Willie Nelson performs in concert during the Luck Welcome dinner benefiting Farm Aid on March 14, 2018 in Spicewood, Texas. (photo: Gary Miller/Getty Images)
Patrick Doyle, Rolling Stone
Doyle writes: "Nelson remains focused as he reaches his 85th birthday, which he celebrates on April 29th. He's still sharp."
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