Birthdays on June 5: Stars, Stories and Surprises

June 5 brings a mix of celebrities celebrating another year, from musicians to actors and even historical figures. Kenny G turns 70 this month; he recently appeared in a holiday film that caught fans’ attention. Actor Ron Livingston, 59 now, hails from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, a detail that often surprises people. Singer Brian McKnight, 57, shares his musical talent with his brother Claude, who also performs. Mark Wahlberg celebrates 55; besides acting, he owns several car dealerships in Ohio. Rocker Pete Wentz, 47, comes from a family with diplomatic ties—his grandfather served as a U. S. ambassador. Other notable birthdays include Laurie Anderson, 79, and Fred Stone of Sly and the Family Stone, also 79.

Country singer Gail Davies turns 78, while financial guru Suze Orman reaches 75. Drummer Nicko McBrain of Iron Maiden is 74, and producer Kathleen Kennedy marks 73. Jazz drummer Peter Erskine is 72, and Psychedelic Furs frontman Richard Butler turns 70. Historical figures born on this day add depth: astronomer John Couch Adams co‑discovered Neptune; Mexican revolutionary Pancho Villa once led guerrilla forces; and Zydrunas Ilgauskas, former NBA center, is 51. The day also honors Liza Weil’s 49th birthday—she carries the middle name Rebecca—and actor Chad Allen, now 52, who starred in “Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman. ” Young fans may notice the wide age range: from a 16‑year‑old actor Hank Greenspan to seasoned performers like Mark Wahlberg.

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