Happy 70th Birthday to Charlie Watts...

Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts on tour with Ben Waters performing at The Brook Southampton, England ....

(contactmusic.com) - Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts is celebrating another big hit - he turns 70 on Thursday (02Jun11).

The rocker has enjoyed a stellar career in music, providing the backbone of the Stones' rhythm section for 48 years, as well as indulging his love of jazz by forming his own quintet as a side project.

Known for his calm, reserved demeanour onstage, Watts has also enjoyed a largely scandal-free private life, remaining loyal to his wife of 47 years, Shirley.