Famous Birthdays from May 18 to May 24: A Roundup of Star Anniversaries
Weekly Celebrity Birthdays: Unraveling the Stars' Stories
Hop aboard as we delve into the star-studded throes of the week, May 18-24. Let's dive into the infamous and the esteemed, the young and the seasoned, shaking up the world of entertainment.
May 18 Highlights
Candice Azzara, at the spry age of 84, has left a memorable stamp on our screens through shows like "Caroline in the City" and "Rhoda." Rodney Dillard, the 83-year-old bluegrass singer-guitarist of The Dillards, continues to strum away on those strings. Rick Wakeman, keyboardist of Yes, graces us with his music at the ripe age of 76. Singer Mark Mothersbaugh of Devo and Actor James Stephens, 74 and 75 respectively, also join the list for this chart-topping week!
May 19
Boasting an ensemble of talents, May 19 sees TV personality David Hartman, TV, film, and stage actor James Fox, and the enigmatic Nancy Kwan, all of whom tip the scale toward 90. Musician Pete Townshend and Grace Jones, the reggae icon who dazzles with her unique flair, turn 80 and 74 respectively. Drummer Phil Rudd, best known as the stalwart rhythm-keeper for AC/DC, is now a gritty 71-year-old. Country crooner George Strait, actor Chow Yun-Fat, and Singer-guitarist Page Hamilton complete this dynamic day, gracing us with their presence in their upper 70s and 60s.
May 20
On May 20, it's time to get groovy with Actor David Proval, singer-actress Cher, and comedian/actor Dave Thomas, all old friends at 83. Legendary drummer Stan Lynch of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers plays the lap drum at the age of 70, while Judge Reinhold and actor-director Nick Cassavetes keep us laughing at 68 and 66. The luminous Lisa Edelstein enchants us with her bewitching charm at 59, and Fairuza Balk adds a touch of mischief to the birthday bunch at 51.
Insider Info:- Interestingly, Cher has 5 Grammy Awards and an Oscar, Grammy, Tony & Emmy Awards—the only person to achieve this impressive feat known as an "EGOT."- While performing in the Army during the Korean War, David Proval earned a Purple Heart for being stabbed during a bar fight.
May 21
May 21 kicks off with the legendary Ron Isley of the Isley Brothers. The 84-year-old soul-fueled vocalist continues to croon the blues. Bill Champlin, esteemed keyboardist of Chicago, is 78. Actress Carol Potter, hailing from the glamorous world of "Beverly Hills, 90210" and "Sunset Beach," is 77. Songwriter Bernie Taupin graces us with his lyrical magic at 75, while the infamous Mr. T, actor, and cultural icon, is 73. Drummer Stan Lynch steps into the spotlight once more, this time with an age of 70. The eccentric Actor-director Nick Cassavetes turns 66. Actor Linden Ashby, with a career spanning various timeless classics like "Melrose Place" and "Model with a Mission," is a charming 65-year-old.
Insider Info:- Bernie Taupin is famous for penning the lyrics for iconic Elton John tracks like "Rocket Man" and "Your Song."- Mr. T’s first professional job was working at a car wash named Ambassador Car Wash. The ambassador was John F. Kennedy, and T burst into tears, thinking he would be able to meet him. Mr. T gained his hard-hitting nickname after a literal altercation with a thug while working at the car wash.
Stay Tuned for More Birthday Celebrations Next Time!
- The Canadian media outlets are anticipated to highlight the milestone birthdays of Candice Azzara, Rick Wakeman, Mark Mothersbaugh, and James Stephens, who are all associated with the entertainment industry, on May 18 as part of the ongoing pop-culture news.
- As the Toronto entertainment news scene gears up for May 19, expectations run high for coverage on the 80th birthday of music icon Pete Townshend and reggae sensation Grace Jones, both of whom have notable contributions to pop-culture.
- The week ahead, particularly May 20, is likely to see the news media buzzing about celebrities such as Actor David Proval, Cher, and Dave Thomas, who share both acting and singing talents, as they reach significant birthdays within the entertainment realm.
