Jack White had plenty to celebrate this week — not for his music, but for family.
The Grammy-winning rocker proudly marked his son Henry’s 18th birthday with a heartfelt post on social media, giving fans a rare glimpse of his private life.
A Rare Father-Son Photo
The former White Stripes frontman, who turned 50 just last month and famously got his first-ever cell phone to mark the occasion, shared a photo of himself with Henry — and the resemblance was striking.
Sitting with a guitar in his lap, dressed in a black jacket over a white T-shirt, Jack sported his trademark wavy black hair.
Right beside him, Henry mirrored the look perfectly with his own black T-shirt and matching waves.
A Message Straight from the Heart
Alongside the photo, Jack wrote, “Want to wish a very Happy 18th birthday to my one and only son Henry Lee White! Been proud of this young man since day one! Keep being you, Hank.”
He also posted a throwback shot of baby Henry, tightly swaddled, for a sweet before-and-after moment.
Fans and Friends Join the Celebration
Birthday wishes poured in from all over the world. One fan joked about Henry’s uncanny resemblance to his dad by quoting George Harrison, saying, “He looks more like George Harrison than I do.”
Drummer Duru Jones simply wrote, “HBD,” while actress Beverly D’Angelo added, “That’s wonderful!! Happy birthday to your son!” Singer Olivia Dean also chimed in with an enthusiastic, “Happy Birthday Hen!!!!!”
A Tribute from Mom
Henry’s mother, model and singer Karen Elson — who shares both Henry and their 19-year-old daughter Scarlett with Jack — also marked the milestone on Instagram.
Posting a series of flashback photos, she wrote, “It sounds so cliché, but it’s true. It goes by in the blink of an eye. Happy 18th birthday Henry Lee.
I’ll save the big emotional sentiments for real life but it’s a privilege to be your mother and we all love you dearly.”