Celebrity Birthdays

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: David Letterman Age: 65 Occupation: Comedian, Writer and Talk Show Host Known For: Hosting ‘Late Night with David Letterman’ on NBC and later ‘Late Show with David Letterman’ on CBS, having the longest late-night hosting career in American history, his Worldwide Pants production company, and providing a textbook example of the right w

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Joel Grey Age: 80 Occupation: Actor, Dancer and Singer Known For: His Tony and Oscar Awards for playing the Master of Ceremonies in both the stage and film versions of ‘Cabaret,’ originating the role of the Wizard in the hit musical ‘Wicked,’ and being the father of ‘Dirty Dancing’ actress Jennifer Grey

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Babyface Age: 54 Occupation: Singer, Songwriter and Producer Known For: Co-founding LaFace Records with ‘X Factor’ judge L.A. Reid, working with artists like TLC, Usher, Whitney Houston, Madonna and scores of others, and hit singles of his own such as ‘Whip Appeal’ and ‘When Can I See You’

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Hugh Hefner Age: 86 Occupation: Publisher, Entrepreneur, and Subject of Male Envy Known For: Founding Playboy Enterprises, starting Playboy magazine and its associated nightclubs, his public support of gay rights and animal rights, and pretty much always having a few siliconed young ladies as his “girlfriends”

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Colin Powell Age: 75 Occupation: Retired Statesman and Army General Known For: Serving as National Security Advisor, Commander of the US Army Forces Command and as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, being the 65th United States Secretary of State and the first African-American to hold the position, and going against the GOP establ

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Dr. Maya Angelou Age: 84 Occupation: Author and Poet Known For: Being one of the most celebrated writers of her generation with dozens of awards and over 30 honorary doctoral degrees, penning classic works like ‘I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings,’ reciting her poem ‘On the Pulse of Morning’ at President Bill Clinton’s inauguration, and

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Alec Baldwin Age: 54 Occupation: Actor Known For: His Academy Award-nominated role in ‘The Cooler,’ appearing in other movies including ‘The Hunt for Red October,’ ‘The Aviator’ and ‘The Departed,’ winning two Emmys for his starring role on ’30 Rock,’ his former marriage to Kim Basinger, and being perhaps the world’s most staunchly ar

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Emmylou Harris Age: 65 Occupation: Singer, Songwriter and Musician Known For: Winning 12 Grammys during her legendary country/bluegrass career, which includes the No. 1 singles ‘Together Again,’ ‘Beneath Still Waters’ and ‘(Lost His Love) On Our Last Date,’ the soundtrack to ‘O Brother, Where Art Thou?’ and her best-selling collaborat

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Eric Clapton Age: 67 Occupation: Rock God Known For: Being the only three-time inductee in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (with the Yardbirds and Cream, and as a solo artist), being one of the most important and influential guitarists of all time, winning 17 Grammys, and classic songs like ‘Sunshine of Your Love,’ ‘Crossroads,’ ‘Layla

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Elle Macpherson Age: 48 Occupation: Model, Actress and Entrepreneur Known For: Her nickname “The Body,” a record five cover appearances on the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, her lingerie and skin care lines, hosting and producing ‘Britain and Ireland’s Next Top Model’ and NBC’s upcoming show ‘Fashion Star,’ and looking better than

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Reba McEntire Age: 57 Occupation: Singer, Songwriter and Actress Known For: Being the best-selling female country artist of all time, releasing 26 albums and racking up 35 number one singles including ‘Whoever’s in New England,’ ‘Does He Love You’ and ‘Somebody,’ and starring on the sitcom ‘Reba’ and the upcoming ‘Malibu Country’ Read

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: William Shatner Age: 81 Occupation: Actor Known For: Becoming a cultural icon for his portrayal of Capt. James T. Kirk on the sci-fi series ‘Star Trek’ and in many of its namesake movies, starring on the series ‘T. J. Hooker,’ ‘The Practice’ and ‘Boston Legal,’ various work as a musician, author, producer, director and celebrity pitch