Nikki Sixx Celebrates 67th Birthday Through Storytelling at the Jackson Hole International Film Festival
Jackson Hole, WY took on a celebratory tone on December 11 as Mötley Crüe co-founder Nikki Sixx marked his 67th birthday during the Jackson Hole International Film Festival (JHFF), presented in collaboration with the Hamptons International Film Festival. The evening reflected the festival’s expanding profile and its ability to draw influential creative figures while maintaining an intimate, community focused atmosphere.
Sixx, a board member of the Jackson Hole International Film Festival, attended the screening with his wife Courtney Sixx, founder of Bouquet Box. The event centered on If These Walls Could Rock, directed by Tyler Measom and Craig A. Williams. The documentary examines the Sunset Marquis as a defining backdrop of the rock era, tracing how the iconic hotel became a site of artistic exchange, pivotal encounters, and moments that helped shape modern music history.
Following the screening, Sixx led the post screening conversation, offering insight drawn from his own career and reflecting on the importance of preserving creative spaces and the stories tied to them. Festivalgoers later surprised him with a birthday cake and a group rendition of Happy Birthday, adding a personal note to the evening.
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Additional attendees included Stuart Suna, founder of the Jackson Hole International Film Festival, Christy Fox, executive director of JHIFF, and David Nugent, chief creative officer of the Hamptons International Film Festival.
“My wife and I are so happy to be a part of the Jackson Hole International Film Festival supporting the arts in our community. I was honored to speak on the Q&A panel for the documentary ‘If These Walls Could Rock’ a tribute to the Rock era at The Sunset Marquis and buzz surrounding stories untold that will go down in the history books. This was a great way to share in my birthday celebrations this year,” Sixx said.
A Festival Focused on Story and Access
Now in its third year, the Jackson Hole International Film Festival has positioned itself as a platform for curated storytelling and direct engagement between filmmakers and audiences. The festival emphasizes documentary and narrative features supported by filmmaker discussions that extend the viewing experience beyond the screen.
The festival kicked off on Thursday, December 11 with a screening of Cycle of Love, attended by director Orlando von Einsiedel. The program continued with a slate that blended documentary driven narratives and character centered films, offering audiences a range of perspectives and subjects.
Among the most discussed screenings was If These Walls Could Rock, which sparked dialogue around cultural preservation and the role of place in shaping creative movements. The festival closed with Song Sung Blue, starring Kate Hudson and Hugh Jackman, demonstrating JHIFF’s ability to present both independent films and high profile titles. Its ongoing collaboration with the Hamptons International Film Festival continues to strengthen its standing within the broader film community.
For Courtney Sixx, the festival represents a meaningful investment in the local creative ecosystem. “We are super excited to be part of the JHIFF. Nikki and I love Jackson Hole and want to be reciprocal in the support we have received from this community. As entrepreneurs, it is our pleasure to support a new generation of art within our neighborhood. We look forward to continuing our support of JHIFF, and could not be more delighted to host the opening evening,” she said.
As the Jackson Hole International Film Festival continues to grow, the December 11 celebration reinforced its identity as a home for cultural history and modern storytelling.
