Susan Sarandon Celebrates Her 78th Birthday Today

She has played several iconic roles throughout her career, including the memorable Louise on the 1991 movie “Thelma and Louise,” today Susan Sarandon turns 78

The actress Alicia Silverstone celebrates 48 today

During the 1990’s, Alicia Silverstone’s acting career quickly went from a discreet one-episode role on “The Wonder Years” to one of Hollywood’s top actresses

Positively Ageless Performer Gwen Stefani turns 55 today

Gwen Stefani rose to fame during the 90’s fronting the band No Doubt with the smash hit “Don’t Speak”, today she turns 55

The Legacy and Importance of Legendary Rocker Eddie Cochran

Rock N’ Roll legend Eddie Cochran was born on October 3, 1938, and despite his untimely death at a young age, his legacy in Rock music is immense, maybe one of the biggest ones is being the man that got John Lennon and Paul McCartney together to form a band

Mötley Crüe’s Tommy Lee Turns 62 today

Tommy Lee has been one of the most successful drummers in Rock for over 40 years now, but his relation to music during his teens was very different from Heavy Metal. Today the Mötley Crüe drummer turns 62

The Amazing Career Of P.P Arnold

She is best known for her 1967 hit “First Cut Is the Deepest” but she’s far from being one hit wonder, P.P Arnold turns 78 today and for nearly 60 years she has been writing music history. Find out why

Chubby Checker is 83 today

Chubby Checker introduced new dance crazes to the mainstream during the early 1960’s, most notably, “The Twist” that made everybody in the whole world dancing to it. the legendary Chubby is 82 today

The Human League frontman Phil Oakey celebrates 69 today

In the early 1980s, The Human League achieved worldwide fame with the massive hit single “Don’t You Want Me.”

Tiffany is not a teenager anymore

If you spent any time in an American mall in the late 1980’s, then you were fully aware of the Teen Pop sensation Tiffany, but even if you were not in America at the time you know her from her worldwide smash hit where “I Think We’re Alone Now” that made her a 1980’s pop references around the globe. Tiffany turns 53 today

The 1980’s Pop star Robbie Nevil turns 66

“C’est La Vie”, released in 1986 peaked to #2 on the Hot 100, but contrary to what many people think, Robbie Nevil still keeps to this day an important and busy career in music

Looking back at Sting ‘s career

Sting has been one of the most successful artists in the world for well over 4 decades now. He became a well-known name back in the late 1970’s as frontman for The Police with whom he recorded 5 hit albums between 1978 and 1983. He released his first solo album in 1985 making a total now of 12 solo albums. Today, Sting turns 73

American Singer-Songwriter Don McLean turns 79 today

The “American Pie” success made McLean an international star during the early 1970’s, the song remains a strong cultural reference around the world. Don McClean turns 79 today

Remembering The Shocking Blue’s Unique Singer Mariska Veres On Her Birthday

Mariska Veres was one of the most recognizable female voices in Rock, she was also the first Dutch proper Rock star when her band Shocking Blue achieved worldwide success in the late 60’s and early 70’s with “Venus” Mariska was born on this day 77 years ago

The eternal Mary Poppins and Sister Maria Julie Andrews turns 89 today

She is one of our favorite Pop icons, for over 6 decades she has brought us smiles and joy as we watched over the years the timeless movies “May Poppins” and “The Sound of Music”, today Julie Andrews turns 89

Eric Stoltz celebrates 63 today

Stoltz first caught the attention of critics and audiences with his performance in the 1982 teen classic “Fast Times at Ridgemont High,” where he played a stoner alongside Sean Penn, but his major breakthrough came in 1985 with his lead role in “Mask”

The Italian actress Monica Bellucci celebrates 60 today

The former top model is regarded as one of the most beautiful women in the world, and since her successful shift into acting during the early 1990s, she has worked across Italian, French, and English-speaking cinema

Remembering Frankie Lymon on his 82nd Birthday

The 1950’s band Frankie Lymon & The Teenagers were the mold for similar bands to come such as The Jackson 5, their 1956 hit “Why Do Fools Fall in Love” is still remembered to this day, Frankie Lymon the group’s most memorable member died prematurely at only 25 years old in 1968

Remembering the Electric Warrior Marc Bolan on his 77th Anniversary

We look back at the amazing life and career of the charismatic Glam Rock icon T.Rex’s Marc Bolan on his 77th Anniversary

Remembering “The Killer” Jerry Lee Lewis on his birthday

He was the prototypical Rock Star. Long before the late 60’s and 70’s era of rock stardom excess, Jerry Lee Lewis already was living the wild Rock Star life in the 1950’s. His bad wild boy reputation as well as his non-conventional stage antics that included wild and energetic performances and instrument smash before Rockers did it, earned him the nickname “The Killer”

The Bros twins Luke Goss and Matt Goss turn 56 today

Looking back at the short history of one of the 1980’s British Pop music phenomena. What happened to the good-looking twins Matt and Luke after Bros called it quit? Find out

Suede’s Brett Anderson turns 57

Brett Anderson formed Suede in the late 1980’s and by 1993 they released their critically acclaimed debut album “Suede.” Though the band was labeled as Britpop but were closer to 1970’s David Bowie than The Beatles

Remembering the Italian actor Marcello Mastroianni

Throughout his career, Mastroianni appeared in over 150 films and became closely associated with director Federico Fellini, appearing in several of his most iconic films. In 1960, he gained international fame with his performance in Fellini’s “La Dolce Vita”

Beauty Icon Brigitte Bardot is 90 today

Often regarded as “Goddess on Earth” during the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s due to her beauty and an absolute Pop Culture icon, Brigitte Bardot is 90 today and we look back at the career

Looking Back at Legendary Soulful Man Ben E. King on His Birthday

One of Soul’s most recognizable voices, Ben E. King had several hit songs that stands the test of time such as “Stand by Me” and “Save The Last Dance for Me,” we look back at his career

Jennifer Rush turns 64 today

Responsible for one of the biggest hit ballads from the 1980’s, Jennifer Rush rose to fame during the 1980’s with her hit ballad “The Power of Love,” an enduring 80’s classic

Remembering TV Pioneer Ed Sullivan On His Birthday

One of the biggest hosts in TV history, a talent hunter and star maker, sometimes controversial, Ed Sullivan was born on this day in 1901. We look back at The Ed Sullivan show history

Gwyneth Paltrow celebrates 52 today

Gwyneth Paltrow’s breakthrough came in 1996 when she starred in the film “Emma,” and her career skyrocketed in 1998 with her acclaimed performance in “Shakespeare in Love,” where she played Viola de Lesseps and led to her winning the Academy Award for Best Actress in 1999

Remembering Meat Loaf

Born on this day in 1947, Meat Loaf was one of the most enduring and hard-working artists in the showbiz

Remembering Olivia-Newton John

One of Pop Culture’s dearest singers and actresses, Olivia-Newton John was born on this day in 1948

The short life of Punk Icon Darby Crash

Darby Crash still may not be as famous as Sid Vicious, but both Punk Rockers were connected by a dysfunctional and controversial life that was cut too short. We remember the Los Angeles Punk Rock icon born 66 years ago today and look back at his life and career

Linda Hamilton turns 68

She found fame with the iconic role of Sarah Connor on “The Terminator” movie series and ever since, has led a very active career

The Glam Rock Icon and Roxy Music frontman Bryan Ferry celebrates 79

One of the earliest Glam and Art Rock expressions of the 1970’s, Roxy Music’s first hit, “Virginia Plain,” made the U.K Top 5 in 1972, and was followed up with several hit singles such as “Ladytron,” “Do the Strand” and “Street Life.” We look back at some of Bryan Ferry’s recording career highlights

Happy Birthday, Heather Locklear

It’s been over twenty years since Heather Locklear played hottie Amanda Woodward in “Melrose Place” but she’s still pin-up-worthy as ever!

Looking Back at Michael Douglas Career on His 80th Birthday

The son of Hollywood royalty, Michael Douglas built a solid career and name for himself without having to live in the shadow of his parent’s success and over the last 50 years he has starred some of the Cinema’s history most memorable movies and created some of the most memorable and iconic characters

Mark Hamill, The Eternal Luke Skywalker Turns 73 Today

Despite having built a long and active career, the “Star Wars” character is still the one that he is mostly remembered for and associated with

Remembering the “Superman” Christopher Reeve on His 72nd Birthday

Over the years several actors have played “The Man of Steel,” but the Superman built by Christopher Reeve still sticks to this day in most people memories as “the real one”

Looking Back at Linda McCartney’s Photographic Work on Her Birthday

She is better known as being the wife of Beatle Paul McCartney, with whom she got married in 1969, but Linda McCartney had already built a successful career as a Rock photographer during the 60’s photographing names such as The Rolling Stones, The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix and The Doors among many others

Remembering the actor and entertainer Mickey Rooney

One of Hollywood’s most enduring stars, Mickey Rooney made his stage debut at just 17 months old, performing alongside his parents who were vaudeville performers, and his big break came in the 1930s with the role of Andy Hardy in the hugely popular Andy Hardy film series

Celebrating Ray “The Genius” Charles Birthday

Among friends and fellow musicians, he preferred being called “Brother Ray,” but he was often referred to as “The Genius.” The influential Ray Charles would have been 94 today. We look back at his career

The Life and Career of The Boss

Bruce Springsteen turns 75 today He is known as The Boss and has been an enduring Rock music force over the last 50 years. A political and social voice and folk poet, Bruce Springsteen has come a long way since the release of his first record in 1973. We look back at his life and career

A journey through the world of Nick Cave: 10 essential songs by one of music’s darkest poets

Despite never aiming to the music charts, Nick Cave was able to cross into the mainstream with his death, religion, love and violence lyrical obsessions alongside dark music, sung by his baritone and emotional voice

Toni Basil is 81 today

She became worldwide famous with the catchy Pop tune “Mickey” in 1982, but after the success of “Mickey,” Basil would go on to direct videos for the Talking Heads, choreograph tours for David Bowie and bring street dance to the public back in the day

Rock icon Joan Jett turns 66

One of the most influential rockers of all time, she started out as a member of the all-girl band Runaways, and scored her biggest hit in the beginning of her solo career in the 1980’s with “I Love Rock N’ Roll”

It’s the Hard Rock Legend David Coverdale Birthday

He came to prominence during the 1970’s as a replacement for Ian Gillan on Deep Purple. He formed Whitesnake, the successful Hard Rock band that had a string of hits during the 80’s such as “Here I Go Again” and “Is This Love”. David Coverdale turns 73 today

Remembering influential and famed composer Harry Warren

The composer of “I Only Have Eyes for You,” “Jeepers Creepers” and “That’s Amore” wrote over 800 songs between 1918 and 1981, publishing over 500 of them. He died on this day in 1981

Top 10 Stephen King books adaptations

To celebrate the master of horror Stephen King’s 77th birthday, take a look at his Top 10 most famous books adapted to movies and TV

Remembering Phil “Philthy Animal” Taylor on his birthday

Motörhead were one of Heavy Metal’s biggest forces, their first period which Taylor was part of, is often considered the one where they did some of the best and greatest songs in their long career

Liam Gallagher turns 52 today

A brief look back at Liam Gallagher’s career with Oasis

Leonard Cohen was born on this day in 1934

It wasn’t until 1967, at the age of 33 with his first album, “Songs of Leonard Cohen” that he began his musical career but after he did, he left us a giant legacy in music

Icon and Diva Sophia Loren celebrate 90 today

One of the most sensual and glamorous actresses from Hollywood’s golden age, the Italian Diva Sophia Loren turns 90 today

Soundgarden’s Ben Shepperd turns 56 today

He joined Soundgarden in 1990 and brought along unique basslines and compositions that were essential to the band’s evolution

Guitarist Nuno Bettencourt turns 58

The Portuguese guitarist Nuno Bettencourt rose to international prominence as a guitar player after he joined the Boston-area group Extreme in 1985, releasing their most memorable song “More Than Words” in 1990

Twiggy, the world’s first Supermodel turns 75

Twiggy rose to fame in the mid 1960’s due to her unconventional modeling looks and she is considered the first international supermodel and paved the way for the Top Model cultural relevance for years to come

Celebrating Mama Cass Elliot Birthday

Mama Cass Elliot continues to be one of the most popular and iconic pop singers ever. Her recognizable vocals and charisma helped many of The Mamas & The Papas songs achieving a popularity that endures to this day

Lita Ford turns 66 today!

The former Runaways singer and ultimate 80’s Metal chick joined the all-female rock band the Runaways at 16 and had a successful solo career during the 1980’s

Remembering the man who made The Beatles Brian Epstein on his 90th Birthday

He wasn’t and still is not as famous as George, John, Paul and Ringo, however, without him there would be no Beatles as we know

Bill Medley turns 84 today

Bill Medley’s distinctive voice is noted for his bass-baritone voice in songs such as The Righteous Brothers’ “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin’,” “Unchained Melody” and the 1980’s classic “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life”

The singer and actor Frankie Avalon celebrates 84 today

Known for his clean-cut image and boyish charm, Avalon first rose to fame as a teen idol with a string of hit songs before transitioning to a successful career in Hollywood

Remembering the actor James Gandolfini

Known for his intensity and depth, Gandolfini’s portrayal of Tony Soprano became one of television’s most unforgettable performances, earning him widespread critical acclaim and multiple awards

Remembering Punk icon Dee Dee Ramone on his 73rd Birthday

Looking back at the life and career of the founding member, songwriter, bassist and occasional lead vocalist for the Ramones, Dee Dee Ramone

Remembering iconic actress Greta Garbo

Greta Garbo was the very definition of the word, “Star”, the Diva was born on this day in 1905

Remembering the actor and comedian John Ritter

Born on this day in 1948, John Ritter’s career spanned television, film, and theater, and he became widely recognized for his physical comedy, charm, and warm persona

The actress Cassandra Peterson celebrates 73 today

Peterson’s famous character Elvira, with her sharp wit, gothic look, and campy humor, became a beloved figure in pop culture, transforming her into a cult icon

The Elvira, Mistress Of The Dark Quiz

Cassandra Peterson was born on September 17th, 1951. To celebrate her birthday, we made a quiz about her most popular character Elvira

The 5th Dimension singer Lamonte McLemore turns 85

Best known as a founding member of the Grammy-winning vocal group The 5th Dimension and with a career that spans both music and photography, Lamonte McLemore remains mostly remembered by the iconic The 5th Dimension 1969 song “Aquarius/Let the Sunshine In”

Remembering actress Anne Bancroft

Most remembered as Mrs. Robinson, film and stage actress Anne Bancroft would have turned 93 today

B.B King’s Birthday Blues

Remembering the legendary Blues Master B.B King on his 98th Birthday

The singer-songwriter Richard Marx turns 61 today

During the late 1980’s and early 1990’s, singer-songwriter Richard Marx ruled the charts with his easy listen Rock and Pop music, most notably with the ballad “Right Here Waiting”

7 essential movies of the enigmatic and once Hollywood’s biggest sex symbol Mickey Rourke who turns 72

During the 1980’s, Mickey Rourke was the biggest sex symbol in Hollywood, landing in several roles of successful erotic or that featured erotic scenes movies and also roles that often reflect his real life, between boxing, ups, downs, and Hollywood

Remembering Lauren Bacall on her 100th Birthday

Remembering the eternal Hollywood Diva Lauren Bacall

The actor Sam Neill celebrates 77 today

With a career spanning over five decades, Neill has gained international fame, particularly for his role in the iconic Jurassic Park franchise

The British actor Andrew Lincoln celebrates 51 today

Lincoln achieved global stardom when he was cast as Rick Grimes in the American television series “The Walking Dead” in 2010

Looking back at the talented Amy Winehouse on her 41st Birthday

Amy Winehouse was one of the most successful artists of the 21st century, a contemporary music jewel unusual in artists of her generation

A-ha’s Morten Harket turns 65 today

A-ha scored charts worldwide in 1985 with their hit “Take on Me” and Morten Harket’s distinctive vocals been described as “the greatest falsetto in the history of pop music EVER…”

Remembering Paul Kossoff on his birthday

Free’s Paul Kossoff is considered one of the most influential Rock guitarists, he was ranked 51st in Rolling Stone magazine list of the “100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time”

The beautiful British actress Jacqueline Bisset turns 80

Since the 1960’s this screen legend has been awarded with several awards and recognition for her talent

The Metal legend Dave Mustaine turns 63

The former Metallica lead guitarist and Megadeth founder and frontman has been one of the leading forces in bringing Metal to mainstream music charts

Chicago founding member Peter Cetera turns 80

Aside of the successful career with the band Chicago, Peter Cetera scored two of the 1980’s most memorable hits, “Glory of Love” and “The Next Time I Fall”

The legacy of Robert Indiana

Remembering the influential Pop Art artist who created “LOVE” born on this day in 1928

Film score composer Hans Zimmer turns 67

The German composer is a well-known name from movie lovers across the world, he has produced, performed and composed over 200 film scores to his name, and forever changed the landscape of film music

Actress Linda Gray turns 84 today

Best remembered for her iconic role of Sue Ellen Ewing in the TV series “Dallas,” actress Linda Gray turns 84

Remembering the Soul legend Barry White who was born on this day in 1944

With songs such as “You’re the First, the Last, My Everything” he sold over 100 million records worldwide throughout his rich career

Remembering Heavy Metal Pioneer Dickie Peterson

The bassist and lead singer of 60’s seminal Rock band Blue Cheer was born on this day in 1946

Electronic music legend Moby turns 59 today

During the late 1990’s, Moby became one of the most successful artists of the decade with the album “Play,” but he actually started off his music career through a very different genre from the one he’s famous for

The founder and former frontman of The Verve Richard Ashcroft turns 53 today

During the 1990’s The Verve became one of the main figures of the British Alternative Rock scene with songs such as “Bitter Sweet Symphony” and “The Drugs Don’t Work”

The Culture Club drummer Jon Moss turns 67

Jon Moss became worldwide famous as the drummer for Culture Club, but the drummer of songs such as “Karma Chameleon” and former Boy George romantic partner actually came from a strong Punk Rock background prior joining the Culture Club that included many famous Punk bands

The innovative crossover artist José Feliciano turns 79

In 1968 his chart-topping cover of The Doors “Light My Fire” ignited the music career of the Puerto Rican artist

Guitar Hero Joe Perry Turns 74 today

Looking back at the career of Aerosmith’s legendary founder, guitarist, Rock legend and “Toxic Twin” Joe Perry

Former Bananarama member and co-founder Siobhan Fahey turns 67

As a member of Bananarama, she scored several hit songs worldwide during the 1980’s including “Venus” and “I Heard a Rumour”

Former T’Pau lead singer Carol Decker turns 67 today

During the late 1980’s the British band T’Pau had several hits worldwide including “Heart and Soul” and “China in your Hand”

The Eurythmics co-founder Dave Stewart turns 72

Much more than just a musician, Dave Stewart who started as a struggling New Wave musician in the late 1970’s has built a successful career also as a songwriter and producer to several famous and popular artists for decades now

Celebrating the life of the legendary Otis Redding

The influential singer and composer Otis Redding was born on this day in 1941, we look back at his life and legacy

The actor and comedian Adam Sandler celebrates 58 today

Sandler’s big break came in 1990 when he was hired as a writer for Saturday Night Live and after leaving SNL, Sandler transitioned to film, finding immediate success in the comedy genre

The “Pink Panther” Peter Sellers was born on this day in 1925

We look back at the life of one of England’s greatest comedians Peter Sellers

Remembering Patsy Cline on her birthday

Patsy Cline, the singer that transformed country into Pop with “Crazy, ” helped bridge the gap between country music and pop, paving the way for future generations of female artists

The actor Corbin Bernsen celebrates 70 today

Bernsen’s big break came in 1986 when he landed the memorable role of Arnie Becker, a slick and womanizing divorce attorney, on NBC’s legal drama L.A. Law

Remembering the legendary Buddy Holly

Celebrating the life of one of Rock’s most influential musicians on his 88th Birthday

The Pretenders’ Chrissie Hynde turns 73 today

The once 1960’s “flower child” life changed after Chrissie Hynde moved from her native Akron, Ohio to London, England during the early 1970’s, forming one of the most successful British New Wave bands ever, The Pretenders

Disco Diva Gloria Gaynor turns 77

With her signature song “I Will Survive” perhaps is fair to say Gloria Gaynor owes her place in music history to the Disco revolution of the late 1970’s, but her career had already a rich history prior to that

A-ha guitarist and founder Paul Waaktaar turns 63

He remains mostly known as the founder and lead guitarist for the Norwegian 1980’s popular band A-ha who scored smash hits such as “Take on Me”

The Cardigans singer Nina Persson turns 50

Swedish band The Cardigans scored several hits during the 1990’s including the memorable “Lovefool,” today singer and lyricist Nina Persson turns 50

Remembering Dolores O’Riordan

We look back at the career of The Cranberries charismatic lead singer born 53 years ago today

Genius musician and Pink Floyd founder Roger Waters turns 81

Looking back at the life and career of the influential Pink Floyd’s maestro and genius Roger Waters

Michael Keaton Turns 73 Years Old Today

Happy Birthday to one of Hollywood’s most celebrated actors, read a brief look back at his fantastic career

Remembering Raquel Welch

The 60’s and 70’s bombshell was born as Jo-Raquel Tejada on September 5, 1940, in Chicago, Illinois

Freddie Mercury 78th Anniversary Special

To celebrate the life of an absolute icon Pop Expresso put together 12 features on Freddie Mercury and Queen

The Soundgarden co-founder and guitarist Kim Thayil turns 64

Kim Thayil is one of the Grunge Rock movement’s best-known faces and talented musicians, credited as a pioneer of the original Seattle sound

Former Sepultura drummer Igor Cavalera turns 54

With his unique drumming style that blends different types of techniques including Tribal beats, Cavalera has become one of Trash Metal’s most influential drummers

Al Jardine, the guitarist and co-founder of the Beach Boys celebrates 82 today

Jardine contributed to the band’s success both as a guitarist and a vocalist, often singing lead on some of their hits, including “Help Me, Rhonda,” which became a number-one single in 1965

The controversial Charlie Sheen turns 59

During the 1980’s the actor born Carlos Estévez rose to prominence as one of the most promising young actors of his generation starring in movies as “Platoon” and “Wall Street”

Sex Pistol Steve Jones turns 69 today

One of Punk’s biggest icons, from stealing David Bowie’s equipment to becoming one of Rock’s most influential guitarists, we look back at Jones life

The Mexican actress Salma Hayek celebrates 58 today

Salma Hayek’s big break in Hollywood came with the 1995 film “Desperado,” and in 2002, her career reached new heights with the portrayal of the iconic Mexican painter Frida Kahlo in the biographical film “Frida,” which she also produced and earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress, making her the first Mexican actress to be nominated in that category

The Top 5 Keanu Reeves Movies

Keanu Reeves was born on September 2, 1964, in Beirut, Lebanon, and was raised in Toronto, Canada. He is one of the most recognized faces in the big screen and one of our favorite actors. Today that he celebrates 60, let’s look back at his life, career, and his Top 5 Movies

Celebrating the talented Billy Preston

He is one of Rock’s music most important and influential musicians, having played a role in some of Rock’s most important moments and among the restricted group people that are considered the “5th Beatle”

Remembering JRR Tolkien

The famed author that still feeds the imagination of many passed away this day 51 years ago

The “Queen of Latin Pop” Gloria Estefan celebrates 67 today

Born in Havana, Cuba in 1957, Gloria Estefan has sold over 100 million records worldwide and won seven Grammy Awards throughout an extraordinary career that helped bridge Latin and mainstream music, earning her international acclaim

Barry Gibb was born this day in 1946

One of music’s most prolific songwriters, the popular Bee Gees member is the last survivor of the band and celebrates 78 today

The Scorpions founder and guitarist Rudolf Schenker turns 76 today

Probably the most successful German band ever, Scorpions have built their own foundation in the Heavy Metal and Hard Rock history

Actor Richard Gere turns 75 today

One of the most successful actors not only from his generation but from all time, with a career that has spanned over 40 years, Gere remains one of Hollywood’s most respected and enduring actors. His blend of talent, charm, and compassion has made him a beloved figure in the entertainment industry and beyond. Look back at his life and career and watch his iconic scene on “American Gigolo” at the beat of Blondie’s “Call Me

Happy Birthday to Legendary Rocker Van Morrison

Looking back at the life of the influential musician and former Them member that had a string of hits such as “Gloria” and “Brown Eyed Girl”, featuring a 1965 Them performance in France. He turns 76 today

Debbie Gibson Out of the Blue

Mostly remembered for her 80’s smash bubblegum pop hits, Debbie Gibson turns 54 today

Legendary Radio DJ John Peel was born 85 years ago

One of the most important DJs in modern music history, the British John Peel left a strong and enduring legacy from a career that had as much impact and importance as the thousands of bands he promoted

The “Papa John” John Phillip’s controversial life

Talented but also controversial, The Mamas & the Papas founder and mentor, “Papa John” John Phillips, wrote and co-wrote some of the most memorable and best Pop songs in history

Sterling Morrison was born on this day in 1942

He was one of the core members of The Velvet Underground, alternating between guitar and bass, Sterling Morrison helped to build the original sound the band developed.

Check out Ingrid Bergman Top 5 films

Ingrid Bergman was an internationally renowned Swedish actress known for works like Casablanca, Spellbound, and Anastasia.

Michael Jackson 66th Anniversary Special

6 Special Features including new articles and quizzes to mark The King of Pop 66th Anniversary. Check them out!

The British singer and actress Kim Appleby celebrates 63 today

In the mid-1980s, Kim Appleby rose to fame as one half of the pop duo Mel & Kim, alongside her sister Melanie. The duo was known for their infectious dance-pop tracks and catchy melodies including the hits “Showing Out (Get Fresh at the Weekend),” and “Respectable”

Canadian singer Shania Twain turns 59

During the 1990’s, the Canadian country music star Shania Twain unexpectedly conquered the Pop music world, scoring memorable hits around the world such as “Man! I Feel Like a Woman”

Canadian actor Jason Priestley turns 55

Jason Priestley became worldwide famous during the early 1990’s when he played the role of teenager Brandon Walsh on the hit TV series “Beverly Hills, 90210” which turned him into a teen idol

Jack Black turns 55: Five of his best movies to watch and a brief outlook of his career

Over the last two decades the actor, comedian and musician Jack Black became one of the most successful and in demand actors of Hollywood

Remembering actor and comedian Paul Reubens on his birthday

Best known as his alter ego, Pee-wee Herman, actor and comedian Paul Reubens was born on this day in 1952

The Sex Pistols co-founder and original bassist Glen Matlock turns 68

Glen Matlock originally co-founded the Sex Pistols, played bass and co-wrote most of their material, though his replacement Sid Vicious end up being the iconic face and brand of the Sex Pistols

The Garbage frontwoman Shirley Manson turns 58

With her rebellious attitude and distinctive voice, the Scottish singer Shirley Manson caught the attention of famous producer Butch Vig and end up selling millions of records during the 1990’s as a member of Alternative Rock band Garbage

Former child actor Macaulay Culkin turns 44

In 1991, as Kevin McCallister in the blockbuster “Home Alone” Macaulay Culkin became the most famous and best paid child actor in the world. Since then, over the years, controversy has also spiced his personal life

German Top Model Claudia Schiffer turns 54: A Fashion Icon

The 1990’s fashion icon is one of the most famous Top Models of all time, she was the first Chanel blonde and has appeared on more than one thousand magazine covers and holds the record for the model with the most magazine covers

“The Demon” Gene Simmons turns 75

With his signature face paint, flamboyant stage presence, and keen business acumen, Simmons has become one of the most recognizable figures in rock music and popular culture. As a founder and member of KISS, Gene Simmons has composed, played bass and done lead vocals in some of the band’s best-known hits including “Deuce” and “Rock and Roll All Nite”

The Metal God Rob Halford turns 73

The charismatic lead singer of Judas Priest owns one of the most powerful wide-ranging voices of all time which he has been using very well since the 1970’s in defining Heavy Metal and he has also contributed immensely to the LGBT community and cause after coming out in 1998

Director Tim Burton turns 66 today

Tim Burton was born in Burbank, California, on August 25, 1958, Burton is known for his dark, gothic, and eccentric horror and fantasy films. To celebrate his birthday, we went back through his entire filmography and ranked his top 10 films.

Swedish actor Alexander Skarsgård turns 48

Swedish actor Alexander Skarsgård has become one of the most recognizable and popular actors over the two decades by appearing and landing notable roles on series such as “True Blood”

The Sepultura guitarist Andreas Kisser celebrates 56 today

With his powerful guitar riffs, technical skill, and creative songwriting, Kisser has played a crucial role in shaping the sound and success of the Brazilian band Sepultura, one of the most iconic metal bands to emerge from South America

Electronic music genius Jean-Michel Jarre turns 76

A pioneer in the electronic, ambient and new-age music, the French composer and musician Jean-Michel Jarre has been breaking world records since the 1970’s

The popular 80’s comedy actor Steve Guttenberg turns 66

During the 1980’s, actor Steve Guttenberg starred in a string of memorable movies including the “Police Academy” series. We look back at his career

Academy Award winner Marlee Matlin turns 59

Marlee Matlin was awarded for her groundbreaking role in the 1986 movie “Children of a Lesser God” alongside with William Hurt. In 2009 she released her own biography that revealed some shocking facts

Remembering the Hollywood legend Gene Kelly

Gene Kelly is ranked by the American Film Institute as the 15th greatest male screen legend of Classic Hollywood and remembered as one of the earliest multi-faceted stars, remaining popular to this day due to memorable roles such as the one he played in “Singin’ in the Rain.” He was born on this day in 1912

The Top 5 Essential River Phoenix Movies and His Life and Career

River Phoenix was one of the most promising and talented actors of his generation, the young Hollywood star who prematurely left us aged only 23, was born 54 years ago today

Looking back at the life of The Who’s Keith Moon

“Moon the Loon” was born on August 23, 1946. He changed the game for Rock drummers during the 60’s with his unique technique and contribution to the songs, but his self-destructive lifestyle led him to an early demise, we look back at his life

Top 10 Alice in Chains Songs with Layne Staley

Born on August 22, 1967, alongside Kurt Cobain and Chris Cornell, Layne Staley was one of the most distinct and popular singers of the Grunge Rock movement during the early 1990’s. Look back at the Top 10 Alice in Chains songs featuring Layne Staley

Tears For Fears’ Roland Orzabal turns 63

Roland Orzabal co-founded Tears for Fears, the 1980’s synth pop duo that had several hits including “Shout” and “Everybody Wants to Rule the World”

The Bangles drummer Debbi Peterson turns 63

Debbi Peterson became popular as the drummer for The Bangles and additionally she also sang lead vocals on two of the band’s released singles

The Lebanese American musician, singer, songwriter, and activist Serj Tankian celebrates 57 today

As the lead vocalist and lyricist for the Grammy-winning metal band System of a Down and as a solo artist, Tankian has become an influential figure in both the music industry and the global fight for social justice

Liam Howlett, the musical mastermind behind The Prodigy, celebrates 53

With a career that has spanned over three decades, Howlett has been instrumental in shaping the sound of electronic dance music, particularly the big beat genre that emerged in the 1990s

Remembering Kenny Rogers

Born on this day in 1938, for more than 6 decades Kenny Rogers charted the impressive number of more than 120 hit singles of various music genres across the world with songs such as “The Gambler” and “Islands in the Stream”

The Top 10 Clash Songs

Joe Strummer, one of the leading figures of the Punk Rock movement, was born on 21 August 1952. He formed and fronted The Clash between 1976 and 1986, leaving a valuable legacy in Rock music that remains fresh and continues to influence new generations

The beautiful Kim Catrall turns 68

Kim Catrall is still best known for her role as Samantha Jones on the HBO comedy series “Sex and the City” and for the 1987 blockbuster “Mannequin”, but she owns a career that started back in the 1970’s and starred in several popular TV series and movies

Isaac Hayes, “the hot buttered soul” master

Creative, talented and controversial, Isaac Hayes was the main creative force behind the Southern soul music label Stax and the winner of an Academy Award in 1972 for the song “Theme from Shaft.” The legendary composer, producer and performer was born on this day in 1942

Robert Plant, The Golden God 76th Anniversary Special

Robert Plant, the self-acclaimed Golden God, is one of Rock’s most influential singers and figures ever, with an enduring following that impacts multiple generations of music fans

Remembering Phil Lynott

The Thin Lizzy frontman’s distinctive voice, poetic lyrics, and dynamic stage presence made him one of the most iconic figures in rock music during the 1970s and 1980s. He was born 75 years ago today

Remembering Dimebag Darrell

Dimebag Darrell co-founded Pantera in 1981 with his brother Vinnie Paul on drums, one of the biggest and most successful Metal bands from the 1980’s and specially the 1990’s

1980’s TV heartthrob John Stamos turns 61

One of the 1980’s TV heartthrobs and with a career spanning several decades, Stamos has become a beloved figure in the entertainment industry. The “General Hospital” actor has successfully revived his popularity over the last two decades by appearing in new series and movies and also as an outspoken supporter for the LGBT community

Remembering Johnny Nash

Nash’s biggest success came in 1972 with the release of “I Can See Clearly Now,” a reggae-influenced pop song that topped the charts

The actor Kevin Dillon celebrates 59 today

With a career that spans several decades, Dillon has earned recognition for his ability to bring a range of characters to life, from intense war dramas to comedic television series

Top 10 John Deacon Queen songs

The quiet and talented John Deacon was never too much fond of the spotlight, not even when Queen was performing for tens of thousands of people, the bassist and composer was born 74 years ago today in 1951

Portuguese actress Maria de Medeiros turns 59

Maria de Medeiros role as the fragile Fabienne, Bruce Willis French girlfriend in “Pulp Fiction” remains one of the highlights of her prolific acting career

Deep Purple’s eternal lead singer Ian Gillian turns 79

It’s a fact, that Ian Gillian will always be regarded as Deep Purple’s eternal lead singer, despite not being a founding member of the band and being replaced twice. But that, doesn’t change that Deep Purple’s most successful and memorable period, was during the years Gillian fronted the band. Between 1970 until his first departure from Deep Purple in 1973, the band reached the pinnacle of their success with a string of four hit albums that remain absolute Hard Rock classics

Europe’s lead singer Joey Tempest turns 61

The Swedish band Europe frontman Joey Tempest composed and sung one of the most popular songs of all time: “The Final Countdown,” a pastiche of Heavy Metal and Synth Pop with a catchy riff, became one of the most iconic rock anthems of the 1980s and topped the sales chart in 26 countries

The Mudhoney drummer Dan Peters celebrates 57 today

Peters had a lasting impact on the Seattle music scene, particularly during the rise of grunge in the late 1980s and early 1990s. With an extensive and influential body of work with Mudhoney, he was also part of Bundle of Hiss and briefly joined Nirvana in 1990, recording the band’s song “Sliver.”

Edward Norton turns 55

Edward Norton is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation, he has been nominated for an Academy Award three time including for his film debut “Primal Fear” and in 2014 for “Birdman”

Actor Christian Slater turns 55 today

Christian Slater came to prominence during the 1980’s mostly through teen oriented movies, and was included in the famous “brat pack” actors at the time

The beautiful actress Madeleine Stowe turns 66 today

Madeleine Stowe who comes from a prominent Costa Rica family, originally wanted to be a concert pianist and became famous during the 1990’s by appearing in movies such as “12 Monkeys”

Pop singer and songwriter Mika turns 41

Since the release of his debut album “Life in Cartoon Motion” in 2007, Lebanese-born singer and songwriter Mika has been praised by the critics as one of the best contemporary Pop music artists

Top 10 Patrick Swayze Movies

Born on this day in 1952, The beloved Patrick Swayze’s untimely death at age 57 in 2009, left a big void that is yet to be filled, but thankfully we can look back and testify his talent and legacy with the movies he left us

Robert Redford turns 88

Robert Redford remains one of the most popular actors in the world and a part of Hollywood Royalty. The popular movie star turns 88

The actor Sean Penn turns 63 today

Sean Penn owns two academy awards and one of the 1980’s most infamous marriages, when in 1985 he and Madonna started a controversial relationship that even led him to jail. Today he turns 64 and we look back at his life and career

The Robert De Niro Top 10 Movies

A brilliant and acclaimed actor, Robert De Niro has written several pages in movie history since the 1970’s when he first got noticed with his memorable role of the young Vito Corleone in the 1974 “The Godfather Part II”. We look back at his Top 10 Best Roles today that he turns 81

Celebrate the Fabulous Mae West Birthday with 20 stunning images of this Hollywood Sex Symbol and Icon

Mae West was one of the first cinematic sex symbols, blonde bombshells and vamps, with an image she cultivated during over 7 decades and endures to this day, iconic as ever

1980’s Pop sensation Belinda Carlisle turns 65

Belinda Carlisle scored huge worldwide hits with songs such as “Heaven Is a Place on Earth” during the 1980’s. The former lead singer of the Go-Go’s turns 66 today, leaving behind a well-hidden life of excess in exchange of spiritual peace

Madonna: The Absolute Queen of Pop 66th Birthday

Madonna Louise Ciccone doesn’t need introductions, the living legend who was born on August 16, 1958, turns an amazing 66th birthday today. We pay tribute to the absolute Queen of Pop with several special features on Pop Expresso including photo galleries, lists of her most defining songs, insights on some of her big hits and also Quizzes

Acclaimed and awarded actress Halle Berry is 58 today

Over the last two decades Halle Berry has been present in some of the most successful blockbusters including the “X-Men” movie series, “Catwoman” and “Gothika”, the actress who started as a model and came 6th in the Miss World contest, turns 58 today

The multi-talented actor Steve Martin turns 79

Steve Martin started his career as a comedy writer for The Smothers Brothers Show but it was with the memorable 1987 movie “Roxanne” that solidified his acting career

Remembering David Crosby on his birthday

It seems that David Crosby did it all throughout his life, he was one of the last standing men from the 1960’s Rock and Psychedelic music generation who still released new music and toured but in recent years shortly before he passed in early 2023. Look back briefly at his life and career.

Former child actor Danny Bonaduce turns 65 today

Danny Bonaduce was born on August 13, 1959. The child actor first appeared on television in commercials and on such shows as Bewitched and Mayberry R.F.D. Cast as the wise-cracking Danny Partridge, he shot to stardom as part of the hit show The Partridge Family in 1970.

Former lead singer of The Undertones and a 1980’s one hit wonder Feargal Sharkey turns 66

In 1985, former lead singer of The Undertones Feargal Sharkey topped the charts with “A Good Heart”, in 1991 he abandoned his career to work in the business side of the music industry

Alfred Hitchcock the “Master of Suspense” was born on this day in 1899

Filmmaker Alfred Hitchcock was nicknamed the “Master of Suspense” for employing a kind of psychological suspense in his films, producing a distinct viewer experience.

The actor Peter Krause celebrates 59 today

Peter Krause’s breakthrough role came in 2001 when he was cast as Nate Fisher in the HBO drama series “Six Feet Under”

The Hollywood founding father Cecil B. DeMille was born 143 years ago today: Take a look at five of his best movies

As Gloria Swanson famously said in “Sunset Boulevard”, “I am ready for my close up, Mr. DeMille.” The legendary director and producer was born in 1881 and was the top man in Hollywood from the dawn of cinema until his death in 1959

The singer-songwriter Tanita Tikaram turns 55

In 1988 at age 19 Tanita Tikaram scored two major hit singles with “Twist in My Sobriety” and “Good Tradition” from her debut album “Ancient Heart”. She’d never repeat the same success again but remains an active musician and singer

Influential experimental jazz guitarist Pat Metheny turns 70

The acclaimed Pat Metheny, who in 1985 collaborated with David Bowie in the hit song “This Is Not America”, has won 20 Grammy Awards, being the only person ever to win that desirable music award in 10 different categories

Mark Knopfler turns 75: Look back at 10 of the best Dire Straits songs

By releasing albums such as “Brothers in Arms” and hit singles Dire Straits, co-founded and fronted by Mark Knopfler sold in excess of 120 million records worldwide

Remembering the singer-songwriter Eric Carmen

Eric Carmen’s solo career took off with the release of his self-titled debut album in 1975. The album featured the hit single “All by Myself,” a power ballad that Carmen composed based on a theme from Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2. The song became a massive hit, reaching number two on the Billboard Hot 100

Hulk Hogan turns 71 today

Beloved professional wrestler, actor, and television personality Hulk Hogan was born Terry Gene Bollea, on August 11, 1953, in Augusta, Georgia, and was discovered in 1979 by World Wrestling Federation owner Vince McMahon Sr.

Actress Viola Davis turns 59 today

Actress Viola Davis turns 59 today. She is known for her award-winning performances on screen and stage

Remembering The Ronettes’ Ronnie Spector

During the 1960’s Ronnie Spector gave voice to memorable songs such as “Be My Baby” as the lead singer of the girl band The Ronettes. She was born 81 years ago today

Remembering Jack Haley, the iconic Tin Man from “The Wizard of Oz” on his 127th anniversary of his birth

Initially, Haley was not the actor that had been cast to play that iconic role of Tin Man in “The Wizard of Oz”, the role that gave him an enduring Hollywood legend status

The Top 10 Antonio Banderas Movies

From his early work in Spanish cinema with Pedro Almodóvar to his success as a Hollywood leading man, Antonio Banderas is one of the world’s most prolific actors. We look back at his Top 10 movies today that he turns 64

The actress Rosanna Arquette turns 65

Rosanna Arquette is part of the famous and talented Arquette family, she hit the mainstream during the 1980’s with movies such as “Desperately Seeking Susan”, today she turns 65

The actress Gillian Anderson celebrates 56 today

Anderson’s breakthrough came in 1993 when she was cast as FBI Special Agent Dana Scully in the science fiction television series “The X-Files.” Her portrayal of Scully, a medical doctor and skeptical investigator, earned her critical acclaim and several awards, including a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Television Series

Melanie Griffith turns 67 today

Throughout her career, Melanie Griffith landed some iconic movie roles that remain memorable. The daughter of actress Tippi Hedren, Griffith made a name for herself, and built a career mixed with many relationships and marriages in the eye of the public. Today she turns 67

The legendary Whitney Houston was born 61 years ago

Whitney Houston was the most awarded female act of all time with 200 million records sold worldwide, one of music’s greatest voices, she passed away aged only 48. We remember her exceptional life and career, and her voice and music through the concert Live in Japan, 1990, today that marks her 61st birthday

The prolific and popular actor Sam Elliott turns 80

The actor has been a familiar face in the big screen and TV since the 1960’s when he appeared in the western classic “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid”

Awarded and influential actor Dustin Hoffman turns 87: 7 of his best movies

With an illustrious career that spans over five decades, and known for his portrayals of emotionally vulnerable characters and also antiheroes, Dustin Hoffman was nominated seven times to the Best Actor category

U2’s The Edge turns 63

The Edge’s guitar playing has become one of the most important parts of U2’s distinctive and influential sound which still inspires new generations of musicians today

The legendary Bruce Dickinson turns 66: Check 10 of the best Iron Maiden songs

With his wide-ranging operatic vocal style and energetic stage presence, Bruce Dickinson wrote his name in the history of Rock and Heavy Metal

The talented and prolific South African actress Charlize Theron turns 49

For over the last two decades the Academy Award winner Charlize Theron has starred in several blockbusters including “Monster” and “Atomic Blonde”

Actor Wayne Knight turns 69

Wayne Knight’s signature role remains that of Newman in “Seinfeld”, but he also has starred in several Hollywood blockbusters throughout his career and given voice to animated characters

David Duchovny turns 64

Throughout his career David Duchovny has presented us with characters such as Fox Mulder and Hank Moody, today he turns 64

The Life and Art of Andy Warhol

Born 96 years ago today, Andy Warhol, the artist and creator of Pop Culture, is unquestionably one of the biggest and most influential artists of all times, He remains as contemporary as when he rose to prominence during the 1960’s with his unique Pop Art style that would endure for decades to come.

Remembering Hollywood legend Robert Mitchum on the 107th anniversary of his birth

The actor that from an early age seemed to be doomed to a troubled life and suddenly found his place in life as an actor, becoming a Hollywood legend

Remembering the iconic and influential Lucille Ball born 113 years ago today

With “I Love Lucy” she became one of TV’s biggest stars ever and also went on to take another historically important role for TV history

Actress Vera Farmiga turns 51

Over the last two decades Vera Farmiga has played memorable roles on contemporary horror films and series including “The Conjuring” and “Bates Motel”, today she turns 51

Pat Smear turns 65: Hardcore Punk pioneer, Grammy winner, co-founder of The Germs, former Nirvana and an original Foo Fighter

He’s one of the most iconic and legendary musicians of the Californian Hardcore Punk scene of the late 1970’s and early 1980’s and a member of some of the most influential bands ever, Smear has done it all and gone through it all, from receiving racial and homophobic abuse from a (drunken) famous Rock Superstar to appearing as an extra in a Prince and The Revolution music video to witnessing the legendary frontmen from two of his bands committing suicide in their twenties and composing a song with Paul McCartney

Looking back at the influential and iconic Louis Armstrong and five of his best songs

To talk about Pop Culture, Jazz and overall music in the 20th century and not mentioning Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong, would be ignoring history. Born on this day in 1901, Armstrong crossed over race and classes in a highly segregated period of the United States due to his talent as a trumpeter, composer, vocalist, occasional actor and also his charisma and achieved worldwide fame, performing as a household name in legendary stages all over the world throughout his influential career

10 of the best Sepultura songs with Max Cavalera

To celebrate the 55th anniversary of Sepultura co-founder and former frontman Max Cavalera, here’s 10 of their very best songs featuring Max on lead vocals

Martha Stewart celebrates 83 today

In 1982, Stewart published her first book, “Entertaining,” which became a best-seller and established her as an authority on home entertaining and lifestyle and led among other achievements to a successful career in TV

Remembering Tony Bennett

Born 98 years ago today, he was one of the last surviving living legends of the golden crooning and jazz era and never thought of retiring, He continued as prolific as ever and also outspoken until the day he died.

The Top 20 Metallica Songs on James Hetfield 61st Birthday

One of the most influential bands of the last 40 years, Metallica’s adventure begun during the early 1980’s when James Hetfield answered a classified advertisement by drummer Lars Ulrich. Today James Hetfield turns 61 and we look back at his life, career and Metallica’s Top 20 Songs

The actor Martin Sheen celebrates 84

The Spanish Irish actor Martin Sheen got worldwide famous for his role as Captain Benjamin L. Willard in Coppola’s 1979 “Apocalypse Now”, but he started his career during the early 1960’s in several hit TV shows

Remembering Wes Craven genius

One of the most important Horror Masters of our time that gave us classics such as “Nightmare on Elm Street” contributing immensely for our Pop Culture landscape

Alternative Rock producer and Garbage member Butch Vig turns 69

Butch Vig produced some of the most acclaimed albums of the 1990’s including “Nevermind” by Nirvana and “Siamese Dream” by The Smashing Pumpkins and his own band Garbage debut in 1995. Today he turns 69

Former Teen star actor Edward Furlong turns 47

With his acting debut at age 14 as John Connor in the 1991 blockbuster “Terminator 2” Edward Furlong skyrocketed to international popularity, but in recent years he has struggling to get back the Hollywood spot he once held

Actress Joanna Cassidy turns 79

Despite the immense body of work she has done since the 1970’s, Joanna Cassidy’s signature role remains that of the android/replicant Zhora Salome in the 1982 sci-fi classic “Blade Runner”

The acting legend Peter O’Toole was born 92 years ago

Peter O’Toole rose to international stardom with the 1962 epic “Lawrence of Arabia” and still holds the record for the most Oscar nominated actor without a win

The actor Jason Momoa celebrates 45 today

His first major acting role came in 1999 when he was cast as Jason Ioane in the action-drama series “Baywatch Hawaii,” however, it was his portrayal of Khal Drogo in HBO’s “Game of Thrones” and his role in “Aquaman” that catapulted Momoa to international fame

Remembering Coolio on his birthday

Coolio’s most significant success came with his second album, “Gangsta’s Paradise,” released in 1995. The title track, featuring singer L.V., became a global sensation, topping charts worldwide and earning Coolio a Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance

Remembering actor and comedian Dom DeLuise

Dom DeLuise popularity as an actor and comedian peaked during the 1970’s, appearing in several comedy movies with Mel Brooks and also often co-starring Burt Reynolds. DeLuise was born on this day in 1933

Remembering the Psychedelic Rock pioneer and 1960’s counterculture icon Jerry Garcia

The leader of San Francisco’s most notorious Psychedelic Rock band the Grateful Dead, Jerry Garcia was born on this day in 1942

Def Leppard frontman Joe Elliott turns 65 today

During the late 1970’s, with Def Leppard, Joe Elliott became one of the notable names of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal

The Counting Crows frontman Adam Duritz turns 60

The Counting Crows frontman Adam Duritz rose to international success in 1994 with “Mr. Jones”

Norman Cook aka Fatboy Slim turns 61 today

In the mid-1990s, Cook adopted the moniker Fatboy Slim and his 1998 album, “You’ve Come a Long Way, Baby,” catapulted him to international fame, featuring hit singles like “The Rockafeller Skank,” “Praise You,” and “Right Here, Right Now”

Academy Award two times winner Hilary Swank turns 50

Swank’s acting career began with small television roles in the early 1990s, including a stint on the popular series “Beverly Hills, 90210” and her breakthrough came in 1999 when she was cast as Brandon Teena, a transgender man, in the film “Boys Don’t Cry” Swank’s powerful and poignant performance earned her critical acclaim and numerous awards, including her first Academy Award for Best Actress.

The actor Laurence Fishburne turns 63

With a body of work that spans over four decades, that includes one of his most popular roles as Morpheus in “The Matrix” trilogy movies, he has become a respected and influential figure in Hollywood

The unique Kate Bush turns 66

The unique British singer Kate Bush is one of the most unique and recognizable voices over the last 40 years

The Top 10 Arnold Schwarzenegger Movies

One of the most iconic actors of all time, Arnold Schwarzenegger’s presence in a movie is a guarantee to be a blockbuster. Look back at his life and career and his Top 10 Movies today that he turns 77

The celebrated singer-songwriter Paul Anka turns 83

Anka is one of the most popular and famous singers and songwriters of the 20th century, and his big break came in 1957 with the release of his first major hit, “Diana” written when he was just 15 years old

The actor Wil Wheaton celebrates 52 today

Wheaton’s breakout role came in 1986 when he starred as Gordie Lachance in the critically acclaimed film “Stand by Me” and the following year he joined the cast of “Star Trek: The Next Generation” as Wesley Crusher

The actor Stephen Dorff turns 51 today

Stephen Dorff began his acting career as a child, making guest appearances on television shows such as “Diff’rent Strokes,” “Blossom,” and “Married… with Children” in the mid-1980s and his career gained significant momentum in the 1990s. One of Dorff’s most notable performances came in 1998 when he played the antagonist Deacon Frost in the Marvel Comics adaptation “Blade,” alongside Wesley Snipes

The Free and Bad Company drummer Simon Kirke celebrates 75 today

As a founding member of both Free and Bad Company, Simon Kirke has played a crucial role in shaping the sound of classic rock, providing the backbone for some of the most enduring songs in rock history

Remembering the Pink Floyd founding member and keyboardist Richard Wright

Richard Wright might had been overshadowed by Syd Barret, Roger Waters or David Gilmour, but he was an essential part of the Pink Floyd backbone and contributed to develop their unique sound and his innovative use of keyboards and synthesizers helped define the sound of progressive rock and influenced countless musicians

90’s Alternative Rock Star Juliana Hatfield turns 57

Her debut solo album, “Hey Babe,” was released in 1992 to critical acclaim followed by “Become What You Are,” which included the hit single “My Sister,” that received significant radio airplay and became one of her most recognizable songs

Singer-songwriter Bobbie Gentry turns 82

Gentry’s breakthrough came in 1967 with the release of “Ode to Billie Joe,” a song she wrote and recorded that became an instant hit, and that together with “I’ll Never Fall in Love Again”, earned her top places in the mainstream charts despite the artist’s association with Country music

Australian actor, filmmaker and comedian Yahoo Serious of 1980’s movie “Young Einstein” turns 71

The popularity of the 1988 “Young Einstein” propelled Yahoo Serious to a short-lived stardom, the turns 71 today

The action movie star Jason Statham celebrates 57 today

Statham’s acting career took off when he was cast by director Guy Ritchie in the 1998 film “Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels” and his breakthrough role in the action genre came with “The Transporter” in 2002, where he played Frank Martin, a professional driver and skilled fighter

Sandra Bullock turns 60

Her big screen debut happened discretely in 1987 but it wasn’t up until the 1990’s her name started to show up in several of the decade’s blockbusters such as “Demolition Man” and “Speed”

Ground-breaking director, screenwriter, and producer Stanley Kubrick was born on this day in 1928

Stanley Kubrick was known for his perfectionism, often requiring numerous takes to achieve the desired result. This meticulousness ensured that every frame of his films was precisely crafted.

81 Licks: Mick Jagger Birthday Special

The life of Mick Jagger blends with the birth of Modern Rock. Jim Morrison of The Doors once called him “A Prince Among Men”, and, he remains to this day perhaps the most influential Rocker of all time. We’ve compiled some of Mick Jagger’s and the Rolling Stones highlights of their career on this special to celebrate his birthday, also we included a Rolling Stones lyric quiz.

Top 10 Queen songs with Roger Taylor on Lead and Back Vocals

Roger Taylor, the majestic Queen drummer that also served as occasional lead vocalist and back vocalist on many of Queen’s, songs was born on this day in 1949 and we look back at his Top 10 Queen songs

Remembering the Golden Girl Estelle Getty

Getty’s early career was marked by small roles in theater and television and spent many years in relative obscurity. Her big break came in 1985 when she was cast as Sophia Petrillo on the NBC sitcom “The Golden Girls”

The Top 10 Sonic Youth Songs

We look back at the Top 10 most popular Sonic Youth songs today that founder, vocalist and guitarist Thurston Moore, the acclaimed “King of Noise,” turns 66

Cradle Of Filth’s vocalist and founder Dani Filth turns 51

With Cradle of Filth, who enjoyed a huge wave of popularity during the 1990’s with their Goth Metal sound, Dani Filth, that turns 51 today, became one of Metal’s most popular vocalists

On Gus Van Sant’s 72nd birthday, check out his Top 5 films

Famous film director, screenwriter, painter, photographer, musician and author Gus Van Sant turn 72 today. Born on July 24, 1952, in Louisville, Kentucky. Here are Gus Van Sant’s 5 best films over his career.

Ageless beauty Lynda Carter turns 73 today

Ageless beauty Lynda Carter turns 73 today. Born Lynda Jean Cordova was born on July 24, 1951, in Phoenix, Arizona. Carter is best known for her role as ‘Wonder Woman’ on the 1970s TV series

The American supermodel Stephanie Seymour celebrates 56 today

Stephanie Seymour is considered one of the original supermodels, a title she shares with peers like Cindy Crawford, Naomi Campbell, and Claudia Schiffer and her work has left a lasting impact on the modeling world since her career began to take off in the mid-1980s

The British actor Daniel Radcliffe celebrates 35 today

Daniel Radcliffe’s life changed dramatically when, at the age of eleven, he was cast as the titular character in the film adaptation of J.K. Rowling’s “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” in 2001. The film’s success catapulted Radcliffe to international fame. Over the next decade, he reprised his role as Harry Potter in the subsequent seven films of the series

Slash turns 59: The 10 Best Guns N’ Roses music videos

For over three decades now Slash’s signature top hat, curly hair, and Les Paul guitar have made him one of the most recognizable figures in rock history. Today, the British-American guitarist turns 59

Remembering the actor Philip Seymour Hoffman

Philip Seymour Hoffman was regarded as one of the most promising and talented actors of his generation, his signature role in the 2005 movie “Capote” earned him the Academy Award for Best Actor

Controversial German actor Emil Jannings was born on this day in 1884

Emil Jannings, who played memorable roles in “Faust” and “The Blue Angel” was the first actor ever to receive the award and remains also the only German actor to be awarded an Oscar for Best Actor to this day, but his political ties and ideology put an end to his popularity

Five of the best Woody Harrelson movies

Woody Harrelson, turning 63 today, rose to fame in the 1980’s as the barman Woody Boyd in the hit TV series “Cheers” but it was his roles in controversial movies such as “Natural Born Killers” and “The People Vs. Larry Flynt” that solidified his acting career

Danny Glover turns 78

The prolific actor Danny Glover has appeared in several popular movies where he played memorable roles such as “The Color Purple” and “Lethal Weapon”

The Colombian actor John Leguizamo celebrates his birthday today

John Leguizamo is one of the most familiar faces on the big screen since the 1990’s, starring in several hit movies since his role as Luigi in the 1993 “Super Mario Bros”, but before that the Colombian actor had some appearances in memorable 1980’s TV series and music videos

The Top 5 Willem Dafoe Movies

Willem Dafoe, the highly prolific and awarded actor was born on July 22, 1955. He is one of the most recognized faces in the big screen and one of our favorite actors and today that he turns 69, take a look at his Top 5 Movies

Rick Davies, the co-founder, vocalist and keyboardist of Supertramp turns 80 today

Rick Davies not only co-founded Supertramp but also played keyboard, sung lead and back vocals, wrote or co-wrote the majority of the band’s songs. We look back at his career in Supertramp today that he turns 80

The actor and comedian David Spade celebrates 60 today

David Spade’s career has spanned over three decades, characterized by his sharp wit, distinctive voice, and ability to make audiences laugh with his unique brand of sarcasm

Top 10 Robin Williams memorable roles

Robin Williams was one of the most successful and versatile actors over the last 40 years, granting a box-office success in pretty much every movie he starred, either being a comedy or a drama.

The actor Jon Lovitz is celebrating 67 today

Lovitz’s big break came in 1985 when he was hired as a cast member on the iconic sketch comedy show “Saturday Night Live” and after leaving SNL, he transitioned to a successful career in film and television

Cat Stevens turns 76

Cat Stevens, now Yusuf Islam, penned memorable songs such as “Wild World” and “The First Cut Is the Deepest”, during the 1960’s and 1970’s released several acclaimed albums and has in recent years returned to do music after an almost 30 years hiatus. He turns 76 today

Remembering the Hollywood icon Natalie Wood

She remains one of the most memorable Hollywood actresses of all time, a symbol from one of the most appreciated movie history eras with several timeless classics, and her untimely death, a mystery. Remember this timeless Hollywood icon born 86 years ago today

Kim Carnes turns 79 today

Kim Carnes gave memorable vocals to the 1981 hit “Bette Davis Eyes” and later also to the U.S.A For Africa “We Are The World”. She has led a successful singer-songwriter career since the 1960’s that still keeps going strong

Remembering Chris Cornell: The Top 10 Soundgarden Songs

Chris Cornell, one of the chief architects of the 1990’s Grunge movement was born 60 years ago today, we remember his voice and his music on this Top 10 Soundgarden Songs

The legendary Carlos Santana turns 77

Carlos Santana it’s one of the most eclectic and experimental musicians in Rock music. We look back at the beginning of his career and Santana’s 1969 debut album today that he turns 77

Actor and model Josh Holloway turns 55 today

Josh Holloway is mostly remembered for his role of Sawyer on the hit TV series “Lost”, but the actor who started his career modeling for big brands and designers, also made an appearance on a very famous 90’s Rock music video

Actor Frank Whaley turns 61 today

Frank Whaley’s character Brett on the 1994 Quentin Tarantino’s “Pulp Fiction”, remains one of the most memorable in the movie, the actor has appeared on several serious hit movies during the late 1980’s and 1990’s including “Field of Dreams”, “The Doors”, “Born on The Fourth Of July” and “JFK”

Pearl Jam co-founder and guitarist Stone Gossard turns 58

Stone Gossard the Pearl Jam co-founder, rhythm and additional lead guitarist, is one of the architects of the Seattle Grunge sound that took over the airwaves. He turns 58 today

The Sex Pistols drummer Paul Cook turns 69

Paul Cook, the drummer and co-founder of the Punk legends Sex Pistols also moved into different directions far from Punk throughout his career. Read more to know how far

Celebrate the birthday of Brian May revisiting The Top 10 Greatest Queen Live Performances

Today the legendary Brian May turns 77, look back at The Top 10 Greatest Queen Live Performances during the Freddie Mercury era

The “Supernatural” star Jared Padalecki turns 42 today

Jared Padalecki became in recent years a familiar face for TV fans for his role as Sam Winchester on the cult series “Supernatural”. The actor turns 42 today

The action movie star Vin Diesel celebrates 57 today

Diesel’s breakthrough came from his own initiative when he wrote, directed, produced, and starred in the short film “Multi-Facial” but his major Hollywood breakthrough arrived with the 2000 science fiction film “Pitch Black,” where he played the anti-hero Richard B. Riddick

The renowned Dutch filmmaker Paul Verhoeven celebrates 86 today

Paul Verhoeven’s career is marked by a fearless exploration of controversial subjects, blending commercial appeal with thought-provoking content. His first major American film was “RoboCop” in 1987 and in 1992, Verhoeven directed “Basic Instinct,” the iconic provocative thriller starring Sharon Stone and Michael Douglas

The actor James Brolin celebrates 84 today

James Brolin’s enduring career spans over six decades, marked by a wide array of memorable roles in both television and film including “Westworld,” “Capricorn One” and the original “The Amityville Horror”

Jack Irons, the original drummer and co-founder of the Red Hot Chili Peppers celebrates 62 today

Irons’ professional career began in the late 1970s when he co-founded the influential alternative rock band Red Hot Chili Peppers alongside his high school friends Michael “Flea” Balzary and Hillel Slovak and later was also the drummer for Pearl Jam during the mid to late 1990’s