Posted by Katie on May 30, 2010 in General 
Today we’re celebrating Wynonna Judd’s 46th birthday!
Wynonna, the daughter of fellow country music star Naomi, has released 10 albums over the course of her career – 3 of which are certified platinum or higher. Way to go Wynonna!
If you’re not familiar with Wynonna’s amazing vocals, check out her recent appearance on Oprah where she serenaded the troops at North Carolina’s Ft. Bragg.
Happy birthday Wynonna!
Posted by Katie on May 27, 2010 in General 
Today’s birthday boy is one of the hit characters on the hottest show on TV – and he’s just 20 years old!
Happy birthday to Glee’s Chris Colfer!
Playing the role of Kurt Hummel on the Fox hit, Chris is an incredible singer with a vocal range that impressed the show’s producers so much that they created a role just for him! That’s right — the role of Kurt wasn’t even written before Chris’s audition! Must have been a pretty impressive tryout!
So in honor of Chris’s 20th birthday, take a look at today’s birthday boy before he was your favorite Gleek 
Posted by Katie on May 26, 2010 in General 
Singer-songwriter Lenny Kravitz turns the big 4-6 today!
And today’s birthday boy is quite talented! Not only does Lenny play the guitar, bass, drums, keyboard and numerous percussion instruments, but he is also a successful record producer!
Lenny is the recipient of 4 Grammy Awards – winning “Best Male Vocal Performance every year from 1999 to 2002! Pretty amazing!
But Lenny has also seen success on the silver screen, starring in this year’s Oscar hit, Precious.
Take a look as he talks to Ellen about his very first movie role!
Posted by Katie on May 24, 2010 in General 
Today’s birthday boy is considered a musical genius! Happy 68th birthday Bob Dylan!
Dylan has been a major figure in popular music for over five decades, with much of his music incorporating a variety of political, social and philosophical influences.
From Grammys to Golden Globes to Academy Awards, Bob Dylan has won accolades and been an influence to generations.
Check out today’s birthday boy for yourself
Posted by Katie on May 10, 2010 in General 
U2 frontman, Paul David Hewson, is turning the big 5-0 today! Happy birthday Bono!
As you all know, Bono isn’t your typical rockstar — he’s a global sensation!
U2 is one of the most critically and commercially acclaimed bands in modern history! In fact, their 12 albums have won 22 Grammy Awards — more than any other band. Having sold over 150 million records, they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2005 and are considered one of the top 25 bands of all time according to Rolling Stone magazine.
But Bono isn’t just a musical genius, he’s also a dedicated activist, focusing most of his time on AIDS prevention in Africa. He’s even been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize and was named a Person of the Year by Time magazine! Way to go, Bono!
So from all of us here at the Official Birthday Blog, happy birthday!
Posted by Katie on May 01, 2010 in General 
American country superstar, Tim McGraw, is celebrating a birthday today!
Tim is quite possibly one of the most famous musicians in America, selling out concerts around the country! Well I guess that’s not surprising — Tim has had 21 No. 1 hit singles on the Billboard Hot Country 100 list.
Tim is also the proud owner of 3 Grammys, 14 Academy of Country Music awards, 11 CMAs, 10 AMAs and 3 People’s Choice Awards!
And just when you thought his life couldn’t be any better, he’s married to the beautiful and talented Faith Hill!
Looks like Tim has quite a few things to be thankful for this year!
Happy birthday, Tim! Here’s to many more!
Posted by Katie on April 11, 2010 in General 
English R&B singer Joss Stone is celebrating her 23rd birthday today!
Joss is quite the talent, in fact, she’s already sold over 10 million albums — more albums than any other female British soul singer during the 2000s. She’s even got 2 BRIT Awards and a Grammy — and she’s only been in the business since age 16!
If you haven’t heard her yet, check out the video below from her recent appearance on Regis & Kelly. You won’t regret it!
Talk about a voice!
Posted by Katie on March 30, 2010 in General 
Today’s birthday girl is talented singer/songwriter Celine Dion!
Celine Dion is one of the most successful musicians in the world, but her road to stardom wasn’t easy!
Born to an impoverished family in Quebec, Dion emerged as a teenage star after her manager (and future husband) Rene Angelil mortgaged his house to finance her 1st record! That Rene knows talent when he sees it!
Years later, Dion is the best-selling female artist of all time, having sold 200 million albums worldwide!
Want to learn more about Celine? Visit celinedion.com to check out her new hit songs and see what the songstress is up to these days!
Posted by Katie on March 27, 2010 in General 
American songstress, Mariah Carey, is celebrating her special day today!
Mariah has been one of America’s most popular musicians since the early 1990’s, selling more than 175 million albums, singles and videos worldwide. In fact, according to Billboard magazine, she was the most successful artist in the 1990’s!
What are some other accolades of Ms. Carey’s?
Talk about an impressive career — and she’s only 40 years old!
Happy birthday, Mariah! Here’s to the next 40!
Posted by Katie on March 22, 2010 in General 
Happy birthday Andrew Lloyd Webber!
The famous composer is one of music’s greatest talents. Some of Andrew’s greatest works include The Phantom of the Opera, Jesus Christ Superstar, Evita, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and Cats! Talk about Broadway success!
Over the years, he’s also received his fair share of accolades including 6 Tony Awards, 3 Grammy Awards, an Academy Award, 7 Olivier Awards, a Golden Globe and the Kennedy Center Honors! Oh, and he’s been knighted
And to hear some of Andrew’s most popular songs, check out andrewlloydwebber.com!
So from all of us at the Official Birthday Blog, happy birthday Andrew! Here’s to many more birthdays (and musicals!)!
