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Taking On Time: A-ha Frontman Morten Harket is Now 66

Celebrity & Pop Culture
April 2, 2026 · 9:56 AM

Norwegian musician Morten Harket cemented his place in pop culture history as the striking frontman and guitarist for the synth-pop band A-ha. Harket was just 25 years old when he skyrocketed to global stardom, riding the massive wave of the band's 1985 debut studio album, "Hunting High And Low."

The groundbreaking record featured defining hits of the decade, most notably the chart-topping, synth-heavy anthem "Take On Me" and the emotionally charged "The Sun Always Shines on TV." The iconic, sketch-animation music video for "Take On Me" forever immortalized Harket as a quintessential 1980s heartthrob.

Fast forward to today, and the legendary singer is now 66 years old. While decades have passed since he first graced MTV screens around the world, Harket's enduring legacy in the music industry continues to leave fans nostalgic for the classic era and eager to see how the famous frontman is taking on the present.