Celebrate Celebrity Birthdays: Icons Born August 3-9

The week of August 3 to 9 marks the birthdays of numerous celebrities spanning various industries, from film and television to music. This annual celebration highlights the contributions of these individuals to the entertainment landscape, with notable figures reaching significant milestones this year.

Notable Birthdays: August 3-4

On August 3, actor Martin Sheen turns 85, while lifestyle guru Martha Stewart and singer Beverly Lee of The Shirelles both celebrate their 84th birthdays. The day also recognizes film director John Landis, who is now 75, and actress Jo Marie Payton, known for her role in “Family Matters,” also turns 75. Other notable birthdays include actor Philip Casnoff at 71, and singer-guitarists James Hetfield and Ed Roland, both reaching 62.

August 4 sees actor Tina Cole celebrating her 82nd birthday, alongside Billy Bob Thornton at 70. Actress Kym Karath from “The Sound of Music” turns 67, while producer Michael Gelman of “Live with Kelly and Ryan” reaches 64. Additionally, actress Greta Gerwig celebrates her 42nd birthday, and the Sprouse twins, Dylan and Cole, are now 33.

Celebrated Birthdays: August 5-9

The festivities continue on August 5 with 80-year-old Loni Anderson and 79-year-old Erika Slezak. The day also honors musician Eddie Ojeda of Twisted Sister, who is now 70, and director James Gunn at 59. Young actors like Albert Tsai and Devin Trey Campbell also celebrate their birthdays, now at 21 and 17 respectively.

On August 6, actor Peter Bonerz reaches 87, while Michelle Yeoh, known for her roles in “Everything Everywhere All at Once” and “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon,” celebrates her 63rd birthday. The day also recognizes M. Night Shyamalan, who turns 55.

August 7 features humorist Garrison Keillor at 83, along with actors David Duchovny at 65 and Charlize Theron at 50. The day further celebrates a diverse group of entertainers, including musicians and actors from various genres.

August 8 honors several iconic figures, including 95-year-old actress Nita Talbot and 88-year-old Dustin Hoffman. The celebration includes Phil Balsley of The Statler Brothers, who turns 86, as well as Hoda Kotb, who reaches 61.

Finally, on August 9, actor Sam Elliott celebrates his 81st birthday, alongside other notable figures such as Gillian Anderson at 57 and singer Shawn Mendes, who turns 27.

As fans and fellow artists reflect on their contributions, this week serves as a reminder of the impact these celebrities have made in their respective fields. Each birthday not only marks another year but also celebrates the legacies and stories that have shaped popular culture.