THE JUICE WITH JEM
If today is your birthday, then you share it with one of the following celebs:
Bruce Springsteen (Known simply as The Boss, this rock legend struck fame in 1975 with his critically acclaimed album Born to Run and again in 1984 with his rock anthem “Born in the U.S.A.” He won his 20th career Grammy Award in 2009 when his song “Working on a Dream” took Best Solo Rock Vocal Performance.) – 65
Ray Charles (1930-2004: The Godfather of Soul Music who pioneered R&B and popular music with hits such as “Hit the Road Jack” and “Crying Time.” He earned 17 Grammy Awards over the course of his long, successful career.) – would have been 84 years old today.
Mickey Rooney (1920-2014: Veteran entertainer whose career spanned over 80 years and who became known for his work with Judy Garland in A Family Affair. He has received two Golden Globe awards and an Honorary Academy Award.) – would have been 94 years old today.
Jason Alexander (Best known for his role as George Costanza on the popular television show, Seinfeld.) – 55
Julio Iglesias (Spanish singer-songwriter who has sold more than three hundred million records over the course of his career. He is the father of Latin pop singer Enrique Iglesias.) – 71
Anneliese Van der Pol (She played Chelsea Daniels, Raven’s best friend, on Disney’s That’s So Raven and has also starred on Broadway and in film.) – 30
Tessanne Chin (Jamaican recording artist who toured with reggae singer Jimmy Cliff for three years before winning season 5 of the competition show The Voice.) – 29
Jermaine Dupri (Also called JD. He was a popular music producer, songwriter, and rapper best known for his collaborations.) – 42
Anthony Mackie (Supporting actor who became known for his roles in the Academy Award-winning films, The Hurt Locker and Million Dollar Baby. His other notable works include Talk, for which he won an Obie Award in 2002.) – 36
John Coltrane (1926-1967: Brilliant and influential saxophonist who reshaped the sound of modern jazz. He was the recipient of a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 1997.) – would have been 88 years old today.
Layzie Bone (Born Steven Howse, he is a rapper and member of the popular 90s rap group Bone-Thugs-N-Harmony. He released his first solo album, Thug By Nature, in 2001.) – 39
LisaRaye McCoy (Many came to recognize for her role in The Players Club in 1998, and she played a role in The Proud Family Movie. She was nominated for an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in 2007.) – 47
Chi Mcbride (Starred as Steven Harper on the television series, Boston Public, and has also held regular roles on Pushing Daisies, Human Target, Golden Boy, and the revival of Hawaii Five-0.) – 53
John Henton (The 90s actor who is best known for his longtime roles on Living Single and The Hughleys.) – 54
Source: FamousBirthdays.com/Image: billboard.com