Every week the nation’s favorite entertainers mark another year of life, and the week of September 27 through October 3 is no exception. Below is a concise guide to the most recognizable names turning 50 or older, organized by date.
September 27
Veteran actress Kathleen Nolan celebrates her 93rd birthday, while singer‑guitarist Randy Bachman of Bachman‑Turner Overdrive turns 83. Long‑time television faces such as Liz Torres (79) and A Martinez (78) also mark another year. Actor‑opera singer Anthony Laciura reaches 75, and former teen idol Shaun Cassidy is 68. Comedian Marc Maron, known for his eponymous podcast, turns 63, and Stephan Jenkins of Third Eye Blind celebrates 62. Actor Patrick Muldoon (58) and singer Mark Calderon of Color Me Badd (56) round out the day, alongside Gwyneth Paltrow (54) and Indira Varma (53). Rock vocalist Brad Arnold of 3 Doors Down turns 48, while bluegrass star Sierra Hull reaches 35.
September 28
Actor Joel Higgins (83) and veteran performer Jeffrey Jones (80) share the day with writer‑director John Sayles, who turns 76. Guitarist George Lynch (72) and actor Steve Hytner (67) are also honored. Actress‑comedian Janeane Garofalo celebrates 62, and country singer Matt King turns 60. Naomi Watts, the acclaimed actress, reaches 58, while Little Big Town’s Karen Fairchild turns 57. Rapper Young Jeezy celebrates 49, and TV personality Bam Margera is 47.
September 29
Ian McShane (84) and jazz violinist Jean‑Luc Ponty (84) headline the day. TV theme composer Mike Post turns 82, and actress Patricia Hodge celebrates 80. Mark Farner of Grand Funk Railroad reaches 78, and Bryant Gumbel (78) adds a journalism milestone. Country singer Alvin Crow (76) and comedian Andrew “Dice” Clay (69) are also noted. Les Claypool of Primus turns 63, and actress Kelly McCreary (45) marks another year.
September 30
Iconic actress Angie Dickinson turns 95, and legendary crooner Johnny Mathis celebrates 91. Len Cariou (87) and Marilyn McCoo (83) join the list, as does actor Vondie Curtis‑Hall (76). Country singer Deborah Allen reaches 73, while Barry Williams (72) and Fran Drescher (69) add classic TV nostalgia. Marty Stuart (68) and actor Crystal Bernard (65) also celebrate.
October 1
Julie Andrews, the beloved actress‑singer, turns 91. Jazz bassist Dave Holland reaches 80, and actor Randy Quaid celebrates 76. Singer Howard Hewett (71) and drummer Tim O’Reagan (68) are also honored. Actor Esai Morales (64) and comedian Zach Galifianakis (57) round out the day.
October 2
Folk legend Don McLean celebrates his 81st birthday. Actor Avery Brooks (78) and photographer Annie Leibovitz (77) are highlighted, as is Genesis guitarist Mike Rutherford (76). Music icon Sting turns 75, and actress Lorraine Bracco reaches 72. Singer Phil Oakey (71) and Freddie Jackson (71) also mark another year.
October 3
Composer Steve Reich turns 90, and rock‑and‑roll pioneer Chubby Checker celebrates 85. Lindsey Buckingham of Fleetwood Mac reaches 77, while blues singer Keb’ Mo’ turns 75. Actor Clive Owen (62) and singer‑songwriter Gwen Stefani (57) are among the notable birthdays. Drummer Tommy Lee of Mötley Crüe celebrates 64, and actress Neve Campbell reaches 53.
This weekly roundup offers a quick reference for fans and media alike, highlighting the ages of beloved figures across film, television, music and beyond.
Original reporting: Alexandria, VA News – WTOP News — read the source article.
