Celebrities and History Share a Birthday on February 12

February 12 brings a mix of stars and historic figures.

The day marks the birthdays of actors, musicians, and even a former U.S. president.

Notable Celebrations

• Arsenio Hall celebrates his 70th year. He once hosted a popular talk show and his mother was a writer for television dramas.
• John Michael Higgins turns 63, originally from Boston and known for his comedic roles in film and TV.
• Josh Brolin reaches 58. He lent his voice to a character in Ken Burns’ The American Revolution.
• Christina Ricci, now 46, is not only a film actress but also a mother of two children.

Other Performers Turning Older Today

• Moe Bandy, 82
• Maud Adams, 81
• Cliff De Young, 80
• Steve Hackett of Genesis, 76
• Michael Ironside, also 76
• Singer Michael McDonald, 74

Younger Actors Celebrating

• Joanna Kerns, 73
• Zach Grenier, 72

Musicians

• Chynna Phillips, 58
• Bassist Jim Creeggan, 56
• Keyboardist Keri Lewis, 55

Actors from Recent Shows

• Jesse Spencer, 47
• Jennifer Stone, 33

Historic Figures

• Abraham Lincoln, the 16th U.S. president
• Charles Darwin, pioneer of evolutionary theory
• Omar Bradley, a World War II general
• Bill Russell, basketball legend
• Author Judy Blume, 88

This blend of entertainment and history shows how a single date can connect diverse lives across time.