celebrity birthdays

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Jim Parsons Age: 39 Occupation: Actor Known For: His brilliant, hilarious and Emmy-winning portrayal of Dr. Sheldon Cooper on the CBS sitcom ‘The Big Bang Theory,’ previous work on ‘Judging Amy’ and ‘Ed,’ copious stage work, and film roles in ‘The Big Year’ and ‘The Muppets’

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Ric Ocasek Age: 63 Occupation: Singer, Songwriter, Musician and Producer Known For: Fronting and being the principal songwriter for New Wave group The Cars, known for the songs ‘Just What I Needed,’ ‘My Best Friend’s Girl,’ ‘Shake It Up,’ ‘You Might Think’ and ‘Drive,’ producing albums for other artists like No Doubt, and his longtime

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

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Matthew Broderick Age: 50 Occupation: Actor Known For: Playing the title character in the classic movie ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off,’ voicing Adult Simba in ‘The Lion King’ film franchise, portraying Leo Bloom in the Hollywood and Broadway productions of ‘The Producers,’ winning two Tony Awards, and his marriage to Sarah Jessica Parker

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Spike Lee Age: 55 Occupation: Director, Producer, Writer and Actor Known For: Earning two Oscar nominations for helming controversial socio-political films like ‘Do the Right Thing,’ ‘Jungle Fever’ and ‘Malcolm X’ as well as documentaries including ‘When The Levees Broke: A Requiem in Four Acts’ and ’4 Little Girls,’ sometimes lacking

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Glenn Close Age: 65 Occupation: Actress Known For: Being a six-time Oscar nominee for her roles in movies including ‘The Big Chill,’ ‘Fatal Attraction’ and ‘Dangerous Liaisons,’ winning three Tonys for her work on Broadway, and her current role on the TV series ‘Damages’

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Queen Latifah Age: 42 Occupation: Singer, Rapper and Actress Known For: Successful 1990s rap singles like ‘Ladies First’ and ‘U.N.I.T.Y.,’ starring on the sitcom ‘Living Single,’ her Oscar-nominated role in ‘Chicago,’ other films including ‘Living Out Loud,’ ‘Beauty Shop’ and ‘Hairspray,’ and her departure into more mainstream mus

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Rob Lowe Age: 48 Occupation: Actor Known For: Starring in movies such as ‘The Outsiders,’ ‘About Last Night…,’ ‘St. Elmo’s Fire’ and ‘Wayne’s World,’ prominent television roles on ‘The West Wing,’ ‘Brothers & Sisters’ and ‘Parks and Recreation,’ a messy and much-mocked 1988 sex tape scandal, and somehow getting more attractive w