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

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”

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

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

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

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

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

Larger Than Life

Party animal and animal lover, talented musician and artist, composer and performer, generous friend and passionate lover, Freddie Mercury embodied the Rock N’ Roll mythical excess during his life

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

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”

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

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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

Remembering the influential drummer Ginger Baker

The former Cream and Blind Faith member is often regarded as Rock’s first drummer superstar, he was born on this day in 1939. Look back at his influential and musically rich career

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

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

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

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 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

The Culture Club guitarist and co-founder Roy Hay celebrates 63

Hay’s guitar work and keyboard skills were integral to the band’s sound, which blended pop, rock, reggae, and soul and scored several hits during the 1980s including “Karma Chameleon” and “Do You Really Want to Hurt Me?”

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

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

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

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

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

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 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”

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 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”

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

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

The Depeche Mode maestro Martin Gore celebrates 63 today

Under Gore’s creative leadership, Depeche Mode evolved from their synth-pop roots to a darker, more complex sound. Albums like “A Broken Frame” and “Construction Time Again” showcased Gore’s burgeoning songwriting prowess

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

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

The guitarist Jim Martin celebrates 63 today

In 1983, Martin joined Faith No More, and his powerful guitar riffs and distinctive sound played a crucial role in defining the band’s style despite parting ways in 1993

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 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

Remembering Ian Stewart, the forgotten Rolling Stone on his birthday

He was an original Rolling Stone, but Ian Stewart’s name still remains much in the shadow despite co-founding the band and playing in most of the Rolling Stones albums released between 1964 and 1985

The original Shock Rocker “Screamin’ Jay” Hawkins

Look back at the career and legacy of the original Shock Rocker “Screamin’ Jay” Hawkins today that marks his 95th birthday

Motown legend Martha Reeves turns 83 today

A Motown legend, as part of Martha and The Vandellas, Martha Reeves scored several hits during the 1960’s including “Nowhere to Run” and “Dancing In The Street”, today she turns 83

Remembering Glenn Hughes, the original “Leatherman”

With the Village People Glenn Hughes scored several disco hits mainly during the late 1970’s including “YMCA”, “Macho Man” and “In the Navy” and became an icon for the Disco era as well as for the LGBT community

Remembering the actor James Cagney

Cagney quickly rose to fame during the 1930’s with his portrayal of tough, street-smart characters, his dynamic performances, particularly in gangster films, set a standard for the genre and his versatility, showcased in films like “Yankee Doodle Dandy,” demonstrated his wide-ranging talent

Remembering the actor Donald Sutherland

The Canadian actor Donald Sutherland’s career, spanning over six decades, was marked by an impressive range of performances across film and television. He was born on this day in 1935

David “The Hoff” Hasselhoff turns 72 today

Despite all controversies throughout his life and career, the actor who played Michael Knight remains one of the dearest and most memorable screen stars of all time

The former actress Phoebe Cates celebrates 61 today

Her role as Linda Barrett in the iconic coming-of-age film “Fast Times at Ridgemont High” catapulted her to stardom but despite her successful career, Cates chose to step away from the spotlight in the mid-1990s to focus on her family

Remembering Hollywood’s Golden Dancing Star Ginger Rogers

Her partnership with Fred Astaire catapulted her to stardom, starting with “Flying Down to Rio,” Rogers and Astaire made a total of ten films together, including classics like “Top Hat,”, “Swing Time” and “Shall We Dance”

Remembering the King of Ska and Rocksteady Desmond Dekker

His international breakthrough came in 1969 with the release of “Israelites.” This track reached the top of the charts in the UK and made the top ten in the United States, making Dekker one of the first Jamaican artists to achieve significant global success

Remembering the actor Jan-Michael Vincent

Jan-Michael Vincent’s life and career were marked by early success and considerable talent, followed by personal struggles and a tragic decline but he remains remembered for his standout performances in films like “Big Wednesday” and his iconic role in “Airwolf”

The actor Terry O´Quinn celebrates 72 today

O’Quinn gained global popularity in the early 2000s with his role as John Locke, the enigmatic and spiritually driven character on the critically acclaimed television series “Lost” which earned him an Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series in 2007

The singer-songwriter Linda Ronstadt celebrates 78 today

With a career spanning over five decades, Linda Ronstadt has sold over 100 million records worldwide and earned numerous awards, including 11 Grammy Awards, three American Music Awards, and an Emmy Award

The Joy Division Top 5 Songs

The day before Joy Division was about to leave to their first American tour and becoming one of the hottest bands of the 1980’s, Ian Curtis ended his life at age 23, but that didn’t stopped their music to become one of the most influential and timeless ever. He was born 68 years ago today

The Top 5 New York Dolls to celebrate the life of Punk icon Johnny Thunders

Look back at the Top 5 New York Dolls songs to celebrate Johnny Thunders birthday and his influence in music

Remembering the Swedish titan of cinematic art Ingmar Bergman

Ingmar Bergman’s ability to probe the human psyche and his innovative narrative techniques have influenced countless filmmakers and offered profound insights into the human experience and his films “The Seventh Seal” and “Wild Strawberries” are considered masterpieces, exploring complex themes of death, faith, and memory

Remembering the actor and musician Harry Dean Stanton

Stanton’s career took off in the 1970s and 1980s as he became known for his memorable supporting roles in a wide range of films and in 1984, Stanton landed a rare leading role in Wim Wenders’ “Paris, Texas,” playing Travis Henderson, a man trying to reconnect with his estranged family

Remembering the actor Sidney Blackmer

One of Blackmer’s most memorable performances came later in his career when he played Roman Castevet in Roman Polanski’s “Rosemary’s Baby”

The Hollywood legend Harrison Ford celebrates 82 today

Ford’s big break came in the mid-1970s when he was cast by George Lucas in “American Graffiti” but it was his portrayal of Han Solo in the original “Star Wars” trilogy and later as Indiana Jones that made him a global icon

The director, screenwriter and journalist Cameron Crowe celebrates 67 today

Crowe’s early career is marked by his unique entry into journalism but in 1996 he reached a new level of success with “Jerry Maguire,” a film that earned five Academy Award nominations and won an Oscar for Cuba Gooding Jr.’s performance

The Byrds Top 10 Songs

As a member and lead vocalist of the Los Angeles band The Byrds, Roger McGuinn, celebrating 82 today, scored several hit songs between 1965 and 1970. Look back at the influential California band Top 10 songs

Remembering the architect of Hollywood’s Golden Age Louis B. Mayer

Born Lazar Meir in the Russian Empire, as the head of MGM, Mayer was instrumental in creating the star system and producing some of the most enduring films of all time despite controversies over his management style and personal conduct

The “Charlie Angel” Cheryl Ladd celebrates 73 today

Cheryl Ladd’s big break came in 1977 when she was cast as Kris Munroe in the hit television series “Charlie’s Angels”

Bill Cosby turns 87 today

The fallen comedian Bill Cosby’s most iconic role came in the 1980s with “The Cosby Show” but his personal actions have left a lasting impact on his reputation and the way he is remembered

Remembering the singer Mel Appleby from the 1980’s British duo Mel and Kim

Produced by the hit team Stock Aitken Waterman, Mel and Kim’s debut single, “Showing Out (Get Fresh at the Weekend),” released in 1986, quickly climbed the charts, reaching the top 10 in the UK and several other countries

The singer-songwriter Suzanne Vega celebrates 65 today

With a career spanning over four decades, Vega continues to be a vital and relevant voice in the music industry, and her memorable song “Luka,” about child abuse told from the perspective of a young boy, that received widespread acclaim and charted internationally, continues as relevant today as it was when first released in 1987

The Bauhaus voice and Godfather of Goth Rock Peter Murphy celebrates 67 today

Bauhaus quickly gained a following for their dark, atmospheric sound and Murphy’s distinctive baritone voice and theatrical stage presence. The band’s debut single, “Bela Lugosi’s Dead,” released in 1979, became a landmark in the goth rock genre and is often cited as the first gothic rock record

Remembering the legendary actor Yul Brynner, the King of Hollywood and Broadway

Brynner’s career began in the 1940s after he moved to the United States, and his portrayal of the King of Siam in the 1956 film adaptation of “The King and I” earned him an Academy Award for Best Actor, a role that he performed in the original Broadway production in 1951 and in subsequent revivals, over 4,600 times throughout his career

Top 10 of the Best Richie Sambora’s Bon Jovi songs

Together with lead singer Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora formed the main songwriting unit for Bon Jovi. Today Sambora turns 65 and we look back at 10 of his very best songs with Bon Jovi

Remembering the iconic pioneering heavy metal singer and songwriter Ronnie James Dio

Dio’s legacy remains defined by his exceptional vocal range, distinctive singing style, and his ability to infuse his music with a sense of epic storytelling

The Pet Shop Boys voice Neil Tennant celebrates 70 today

With a career spanning over four decades, Neil Tennant’s innovative approach to songwriting and production, coupled with his distinctive voice, has earned him a place among the most influential figures in contemporary music

Remembering the Japanese-American actress and performer Tura Satana

Tura Satana’s breakthrough came in 1965 with the role of Varla in Russ Meyer’s “Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill!” The film, which did not achieve mainstream success at the time, eventually became a cult classic and her work challenged traditional gender roles and paved the way for future portrayals of strong, independent women in film

The actor Tom Hanks turns 68 today

Tom Hanks’s career is marked by an incredible range of roles that showcase his ability to portray both comedic and dramatic characters with equal finesse

The actress Kelly McGillis celebrates 67 today

McGillis’s breakthrough roles came in 1985 and 1986 with the blockbuster movies “Witness,” and “Top Gun,” in which she played Charlotte “Charlie” Blackwood

The Top 10 Most Popular Hole songs

The Grunge Queen Courtney Love was born on this day in 1964 and to celebrate her 60h birthday look back at the Top 10 most popular Hole songs

The Top 10 Best AC/DC songs with Bon Scott

Bon Scott lived fast, died young, and we are not sure if he left a good looking corpse, but he did left an enormous legacy to music. We look back at his time in AC/DC with the Top 10 Best AC/DC songs with Bon Scott

Influential drummer Mitch Mitchell was born on this day in 1946

He thundered the Rock scene during the late 1960’s as the drummer for The Jimi Hendrix Experience

Soft Cell singer Marc Almond turns 67

Marc Almond might still be best remembered for Soft Cell’s smash hit “Tainted Love” in 1981, but the singer has had a fulfilling and creative solo career since 1984, releasing until now 26 albums. He turns 67 today

The Scottish singer Jim Kerr turns 65 today

The Scottish singer Jim Kerr, voice of the Simple Minds who scored 1980’s hit songs such as “Don’t You Forget About Me” and “Alive And Kicking”. turns 65 today

The actor Kevin Bacon celebrates 66 today

Kevin Bacon was catapulted to fame in the 1984 film “Footloose” and became one of the most popular actors of his generation, building a long and stable career with a diverse array of roles that have showcased his versatility throughout the years

The talented actress Anjelica Huston celebrates 73 today

Her memorable role of Morticia Addams in “The Addams Family” and its sequel remains iconic to this day, but Anjelica Huston’s breakthrough came in 1985 when she delivered a powerful performance in “Prizzi’s Honor,” where her role as Maerose Prizzi earned her the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, making her the third generation of her family to win an Oscar, after her father John and grandfather Walter Huston

Beck celebrates 54 today

Beck’s breakout moment came with the release of the single “Loser” in 1993 that became an unexpected hit and quickly propelled him into the spotlight gaining attention for his innovative and lo-fi recordings, which combined elements of folk, rock, hip-hop, and electronic music

Remembering the Depeche Mode co-founder and keyboardist Andy Fletcher

As a co-founder and member of one of the world’s most popular and influential bands, Depeche Mode, Andy Fletcher’s career was filled with countless hit songs including “Just Can’t Enough”, “Strangelove”, “Enjoy The Silence”, “Personal Jesus”, “Dream On”, “Master and Servant” and “Everything Counts”. Fletcher was born on this day 63 years ago.

Singer Joan Osborne turns 62 today

Joan Osborne is best remembered by her 1995 hit “One Of Us”, despite not been able to duplicate the success she had with that song, she continues to release new music and keeps active on the music business

The actress Shelley Duvall celebrates 75 today

Duvall gained mainstream recognition with her iconic role as Wendy Torrance in Stanley Kubrick’s horror classic “The Shining”

Clive Jackson of Doctor and The Medics turns 63 today

Today, Clive Jackson is a name that doesn’t immediately rings a bell, but many of us still remembers his band Doctor and The Medics who had a big hit in 1986 with their cover of the 1969 Norman Greenbaum’s song “Spirit in the Sky”. He turns 63 today

The Village People construction worker David Hodo turns 77

From 1978 to 2013, Hodo secured his place in Pop Culture as the construction worker character in the group Village People, he was born on this day in 1947

Remembering the actress Janet Leigh

One of her most iconic roles came in Alfred Hitchcock’s “Psycho” where she played Marion Crane. Her performance in the infamous shower scene became one of the most memorable moments in film history and earned her a Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress and an Academy Award nomination

Remembering the Rock N’Roll pioneer and legend Bill Haley on his birthday

The legendary Bill Haley was born on this day in 1925, he is still often referred and remembered as “The first Rock ‘n’ Roll star”, all started in 1953 with “Rock Around the Clock”

Five essential Sylvester Stallone movies

The living legend of action movies turns 78. The movie series of “Rocky”, that started in 1976, earned him worldwide popularity which solidified with the “Rambo” series

Remembering the great French artist Jean Cocteau, the multifaceted genius of French Art and Literature

Cocteau’s career spanned various forms of art, including literature, theater, film, and visual arts known for a surreal and poetic quality

The guitarist Michael Monarch celebrates 74

Monarch’s big break came when he joined the rock band Steppenwolf in 1967 at the age of 17 as the band’s lead guitarist, contributing to iconic tracks such as “Born to Be Wild” and “Magic Carpet Ride”

Huey Lewis celebrates 74 today

The band Huey Lewis and the News are known for their infectious blend of rock, pop, and rhythm and blues and scored several hits during the 1980’s including “I Want a New Drug,” “The Power of Love” and “Stuck With You”

Remembering the soulful singer and songwriter Bill Withers

Bill Withers’ catalog is rich with songs that resonate due to their simplicity and emotional depth including the timeless hit “Ain’t No Sunshine”

The electronic music genius Vince Clarke celebrates 64

Vince Clarke’s career, spanning over four decades, include co-founding Depeche Mode and being the main songwriter in their debut album “Speak & Spell” that featured the signature hit “Just Can’t Get Enough,” co-founding Yazoo with which he scored the hit songs “Don’t Go” and “Only You” and co-founding Erasure, being the main songwriter to their extensive discography and countless hits including “A Little Respect,” “Sometimes” and “Oh L’Amour”

Remembering the Free co-founder, bassist and songrwiter Andy Fraser

In 1968, Fraser co-founded the rock band Free that scored the massive hit “All Right Now,” co-written by Fraser, which became a rock anthem and remains one of the most recognized rock songs of all time

The fashion and style icon and actress Jerry Hall celebrates 68 today

The fashion and style icon notable early modeling work includes campaigns for Yves Saint Laurent, Revlon, and Chanel, before transitioning into acting in the 1980s and 1990s, appearing in films such as “Urban Cowboy” and Tim Burton’s “Batman”

Remembering the acclaimed director and filmmaker Sydney Pollack

Sydney Pollack’s career spanned over five decades, during which he directed, produced, and acted in numerous influential films including “Tootsie”, “They Shoot Horses, Don’t They?” and “Out of Africa” among several others

The actress Liv Tyler celebrates 47 today

One of the most successful actresses of the last 30 years, Liv Tyler, who is also the daughter of Aerosmith’s frontman Steven Tyler, began her career in the entertainment industry as a model at the age of 14. She appeared in various magazines and advertisements and starred alongside Alicia Silverstone in her father’s band’s music video for “Crazy” in 1994

The Faith No More keyboardist Roddy Bottum is 61 today

Roddy Bottum helped to develop and create the Faith No More’s signature sound during the 1980’s, an essential part of the band, Roddy turns 61 today, in recent years he released his music project Man on Man, an album made with his life partner Joey Holman featuring songs based on life as a gay man. We look back at his life and career

The Top 10 Blondie songs on the iconic Debbie Harry birthday

Debbie Harry wrote her name in the history of Rock as one of the most charismatic and popular female Rock singers of all time. With Blondie she had an impressive string of hit singles that remain timeless. Today, the iconic singer turns 79 and we look back at Blondie’s Top 10 songs

The Australian singer John Farnham turns 75

John Farnham is mostly remembered around the world for his 1986 hit “You’re The Voice”, but the Australian singer had already an established career before that and after in Australia. Today he turns 75

The legendary and influential Willie Dixon was born on this day in 1915

Willie Dixon has influenced and continues to influence generations of Blues and Rock artists. His songs have been covered extensively since the 1960’s by some of the most important artists and bands and he is one of the most important important links between the Blues and Rock

The British actor and Hollywood legend Charles Laughton was born on this day in 1899

Charles Laughton’s early discreet film career took him to Broadway and then Hollywood where since the 1930’s he starred in several of Hollywood’s Golden Age classics

“Ghostbusters” creator and actor Dan Aykroyd turns 72

Dan Aykroyd starred on some of the biggest blockbusters of all time including “Ghostbusters” part I and II, we look back briefly on his career today that he turns 72

The Hollywood’s Golden Age legend Olivia de Havilland was born on this day in 1916

The British actress was among the last surviving movie stars of the “Hollywood’s Golden Age” when she passed at age 104 in 2020.She starred in movies such as “The Adventures of Robin Hood” and “Gone with the Wind”

The controversial former Pantera singer Phil Anselmo turns 56

Phil Anselmo is surely controversial, and it doesn’t seems it will ever stop being, but he has written his name on the history of Rock, and gifted music fans with some of the best Metal songs ever. The Pantera icon turns 56

Remembering Little Eva on her birthday

Despite being remembered mostly for her 1962 No.1 hit “The Loco-Motion”, Little Eva inspired and is the subject of another very famous song that was a hit for The Crystals

Remembering the actor Pat Morita

Pat Morita’s most iconic role came in 1984 when he starred as Mr. Miyagi in “The Karate Kid,” which earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor

The actress Mary Stuart Masterson celebrates 58 today

Masterson’s breakthrough role came in 1986 with the film “At Close Range,” where she starred alongside Sean Penn and Christopher Walken but it was her role in the 1987 coming-of-age drama “Some Kind of Wonderful” that truly established her as a notable actress

The actor John Cusack turns 58 today

Cusack’s career began in the early 1980s with small roles in films like “Class” (1983) and “Sixteen Candles” (1984) and since has starred in several successful movies of the last 40 years, including “High Fidelity” in 2000

Five of the Best Kathy Bates movies

Her Hollywood breakthrough only happened in 1990 when she played Annie Wilkes in the horror thriller “Misery”, but Kathy Bates career is filled with memorable roles

The legendary comedian Mel Brooks turns 98

Regarded as the creator of the modern broad film farces and comedic parodies, the legendary Mel Brooks turns 98

The acclaimed and talented French actress and singer Isabelle Adjani celebrates 69 today

Adjani’s breakthrough came in 1974 with the role of Adèle Hugo in François Truffaut’s “The Story of Adèle H.,” a performance that earned her the first of five César Awards for Best Actress

Terri Nunn, the frontwoman of the band Berlin, celebrates 63 today

Berlin’s 1986 hit “Take My Breath Away,” featured in the blockbuster film “Top Gun,” catapulted the band to international fame and won an Academy Award for Best Original Song, remaining today as one of the most iconic tracks of the 1980s

The Clash lead guitarist and co-founder Mick Jones turns 69 today

Mick Jones is one the most relevant and influential 1970’s Punk Rock figures, aside of being The Clash lead guitarist and co-lead vocalist, Jones also was the band’s main songwriter. He turns 69 today

Chris Isaak turns 68 today

Musician, singer and actor, Chris Isaak, gained worldwide projection also due to his hit songs such as “Wicked Game” and his extensive collaboration with David Lynch throughout the years. He turns 68 today

The Elvis Presley manager Colonel Tom Parker was born on this day in 1909

The world knew him as Colonel Tom Parker, the mighty manager of Elvis Presley, but, he was born in the Netherlands with a total different identity and name, that he hide for decades and proved to even have a negative influence on Elvis Presley’s tours

Remembering Sidney Lumet, a Master of American Cinema

Throughout his career, Lumet became known for his work on socially conscious films that often explored themes of justice, corruption, and moral ambiguity including “Serpico,” “Network” and “Dog Day Afternoon”

The Soul music legend Eddie Floyd celebrates 87 today

His breakthrough came in 1966 with the release of “Knock on Wood,” a song he co-wrote and that became an instant hit, reaching number one on the R&B charts and number 28 on the Billboard Hot 100

The provocative British comedian, actor, writer and director Rick Gervais celebrates 63 today

Ricky Gervais’s breakthrough came with the creation of “The Office,” a mockumentary-style sitcom that premiered on the BBC in 2001 and also hosted the Golden Globe Awards five times, from 2010 to 2020, becoming famous for his biting and often controversial monologues that skewered Hollywood’s elite

Singer-songwriter Carly Simon turns 81 today

Carly Simon is the author and singer of one of Pop music’s most mysterious songs “You’re So Vain”. Over the years she has scored several hit songs, and always kept a low profile despite her huge success. Today she turns 81

George Michael 61st Anniversary Special

The Pop icon and legend George Michael would had turned 61 today. To celebrate his life, we’ve put together six articles previously published including album reviews, a quiz, a photo gallery and an intimate look

The Fleetwood Mac co-founder and drummer Mick Fleetwood turns 77 today

As the co-founder and drummer of Fleetwood Mac, Mick Fleetwood played a pivotal role in one of the most successful bands in rock history with his distinctive drumming style and leadership

The 1980’s hit singer Glenn Medeiros turns 54 today

Medeiros’s big break came in 1986 when, at the age of 16, he won a local radio station’s talent contest with a cover of George Benson’s “Nothing’s Gonna Change My Love for You” which became a worldwide hit, reaching number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100

The God of Hellfire and Shock Rock Pioneer Arthur Brown celebrates 82 today

As a pioneer of shock rock and a visionary artist, Arthur Brown, who in 1968 with his ensemble The Crazy World of Arthur Brown scored the now timeless hit “Fire,” has influenced countless musicians and performers with his fearless approach to blending music with theatricality and his dedication to pushing the limits of artistic expression