The Rock Legend Jimmy Page Regrets Never Seeing Live

The Rock Legend Jimmy Page Regrets Never Seeing Live
For a man who’s stood on stage before hundreds of thousands and shaped the very DNA of hard rock, it’s hard to imagine Jimmy Page as a fan in the crowd. Yet even legends have heroes—and in Page’s case, one of his biggest regrets is never getting the chance to see Jimi Hendrix perform live.

Page has spoken reverently about Hendrix over the years, often praising his groundbreaking guitar work, sonic experimentation, and fearless stage presence. Despite the fact that both icons were active during the late 1960s rock explosion, Page and Hendrix never shared a bill—and tragically, never got to witness each other live.

In interviews, Page has expressed his disappointment, saying it “just never worked out.” Both artists were on intense touring schedules, and though they moved in the same circles and were aware of each other’s music, fate kept them apart on the concert stage. Hendrix’s sudden death in 1970 at just 27 years old closed the door on what could’ve been one of rock’s most earth-shaking meetings.

What makes this regret even more poignant is that Page didn’t just respect Hendrix—he was inspired by him. He admired Hendrix’s boldness with feedback and effects, his fluid, expressive style, and his ability to push the boundaries of what the guitar could do. Coming from someone who wrote riffs like “Whole Lotta Love” and “Kashmir,” that’s saying something.

The idea of Jimmy Page watching Hendrix from the crowd is a fascinating reversal—one legend awestruck by another. It’s a powerful reminder that even the greatest artists have their own icons, and sometimes, the chance to experience them in their full glory slips away.

In the end, while Page never got to see Hendrix live, his admiration lives on in his music and words. It’s one of rock’s bittersweet “what-ifs”—and a humbling glimpse into the musical heart of a man who’s left millions starstruck himself.