Celebrity Birthdays

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Gérard Depardieu Age: 63 Occupation: Actor Known For: His Golden Globe-winning role in ‘Green Card,’ his Oscar-nominated work in ‘Cyrano de Bergerac,’ and a recent incident in which he drunkenly used the aisle of an Air France plane as a urinal

Half a century of anything is usually a milestone people take pride in — unless you’re Trace Adkins and you’re about to reach your 50th birthday, in which case it’s an occasion worth snarling at. Yes, the ‘Just Fishin” singer will become eligible for full membership in the AARP on January 13. And while he isn’t normally much of a birthday person, he knows he can’t completely ignore the upcoming bi

Few musicians have meant more to the history of country music than the legendary mandolin player Bill Monroe. He’s no longer with us, but his legacy remains very much alive and for proof, you need look no further than the number of tributes and celebrations surrounding Monroe’s 100th birthday. To mark the event, which passed September 12, there are a number of projects are paying tribute to Monroe

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Prince William Age: 29 Occupation: Being royal and stuff Known For: As the eldest son of Prince Charles and the late Princess Diana, he’s second in the line to the British throne and recently married Kate Middleton in a wedding no one admits to watching but everyone totally did. Kris Allen Age: 26 Occupation: Singer and Songwriter

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Barry Manilow Age: 68 Occupation: Singer and Songwriter Known For: An incredibly prolific pop music career including ‘Copacabana’ and dozens of songs for musicals, films and commercials Venus Williams Age: 31 Occupation: Pro Tennis Player Known For: Winning 21 Grand Slam titles, being ranked a World No. 1 on three separate occasions

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Laurie Metcalf Age: 56 Occupation: Actress Known For: Her hilarious portrayal of Jackie Harris on the sitcom ‘Roseanne,’ for voicing Ms. Davis in the ‘Toy Story’ movie franchise, and for currently doing late-night commercials for a children’s charity that will make you cry and curse her Phil Mickelson Age: 41 Occupation: Pro Golfer Kn