Luther Vandross, born on April 20, 1951, was an American soul and R&B singer, songwriter, and record producer. Known for his Velvet Voice, he achieved great success with eleven platinum albums and over 40 million records sold worldwide. Vandross was posthumously inducted into the National Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame and is recognized as one of the greatest R&B artists, influencing artists like Mariah Carey and John Legend. Siblings Luther had three siblings, one brother, Charles Vandross, and two sisters, Patricia Vandross and Ann Vandross. Unfortunately, most of them were older and predeceased him. Luther’s older brother, Charles, was…
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Lionel Messi is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a forward for and captains both Major League Soccer club Inter Miami and the Argentina national team. Widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time, Messi has won a record eight Ballon d’Or awards and is the all-time top scorer for Argentina with 106 international goals. Messi began his youth career with Grandoli and Newell’s Old Boys in Argentina before joining Barcelona’s youth academy at age 13. He made his professional debut for Barcelona in 2004 and went on to become the club’s all-time leading scorer with…
Lily Collins was born on March 18, 1989 in Guildford, England to English musician Phil Collins and American Jill Tavelman. She began acting as a child, appearing in the BBC sitcom, Growing Pains, in 1992-1993. Collins gained recognition for her supporting role in the 2009 film, The Blind Side, and went on to star in several successful films, including the fantasy Mirror Mirror, the thriller Abduction and the young adult series adaptation, The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones. Beyond acting, Collins has written a memoir, Unfiltered: No Shame, No Regrets, Just Me, where she discussed her struggles with eating disorders…
Mahesh Babu is an Indian actor, producer, media personality and philanthropist who primarily works in Telugu cinema. He was born on August 9, 1975 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu to legendary Telugu actor Krishna and his wife Indira. Mahesh made his acting debut as a child artist at the age of 4 in the 1979 film Needa, and went on to act in 8 other films as a child actor. In addition to acting, he is also a producer and philanthropist. Mahesh owns the production house G. Mahesh Babu Entertainment and is associated with Rainbow Hospitals as their goodwill ambassador. Siblings…
Lainey Wilson is an American country music singer-songwriter who has quickly risen to prominence in the genre. Born in 1992 in Baskin, Louisiana, he grew up immersed in classic country music, which would go on to heavily influence her own sound and songwriting. After releasing her debut album in 2014 and a second album in 2016, Lainey signed a publishing deal and released an EP in 2019 that included her breakout hit, Things a Man Oughta Know, which reached #1 on the country charts. Her success has continued to skyrocket in recent years. In 2023, Lainey won the Country Music…
Larenz Tate, born on September 8, 1975, is an American actor known for roles in Menace II Society, Dead Presidents and Power. He co-founded The Tate Bros. Foundation to support children with sickle cell anemia. Larenz has a successful career in both film and television, with notable appearances in various movies and series like Crash, Waist Deep and Rush. His work spans from the 1980s to the present, showcasing his talent and versatility in the entertainment industry. Siblings Larenz has two older brothers who are also actors. Larron Tate, his older brother, has appeared in films like Menace II Society…
Khleo Thomas is an American actor, influencer, gamer, host and entrepreneur, best known for his role as Zero in the film Holes. Born on January 30, 1989, in Anchorage, Alaska, he began his acting career in 1998, appearing in Bill Cosby’s Kids Say the Darndest Things. Khleo gained recognition for his role in Holes, which earned him a nomination for a best supporting actor award. He has since appeared in various films, including Walking Tall, Roll Bounce, and Hurricane Season, and television shows such as ER, The Bernie Mac Show, House, Sons of Anarchy, Bones, Being Mary Jane, Major Crimes…
Kathleen Cavendish, also known as “Kick” Kennedy, was an American socialite and the second daughter of Joseph P. Kennedy Sr. and Rose Fitzgerald. She was born in Brookline, Massachusetts, in 1920 and was educated at Riverdale Country School, Noroton Convent of the Sacred Heart and the Holy Child Convent in Neuilly, France. Kathleen’s time in Britain during her father’s term as Ambassador significantly influenced her life. She made her debut in London in 1938 and was declared the “debutante of 1938” by the English media. After her family returned to the United States due to the outbreak of World War…
Kristen Stewart is an Oscar-nominated American actress, born on April 9, 1990, in Los Angeles, California. She gained recognition in 2008 for her role in The Twilight Saga film series, which catapulted her to global fame. Kristen has since starred in a variety of films, including Snow White and the Huntsman, On the Road, Clouds of Sils Maria, for which she won a César Award and Still Alice. She has also ventured into directing, making her debut with the 2017 short film Come Swim. In 2021, Kristen received her first Oscar nomination for Best Actress for her portrayal of Princess…
Keke Wyatt, born Ke’Tara Shavon Wyatt on March 10, 1982, is an American singer-songwriter and television personality. She was exposed to music from an early age due to her parents’ involvement in church music, and her family’s encouragement to pursue secular music led her to become proficient in various genres, including gospel, R&B, pop, country and opera. Wyatt gained recognition through her collaboration with R&B singer Avant, which resulted in the platinum album My Thoughts and the hit single, Nothing in This World. Her debut album, Soul Sista, earned a Certified Gold status in 2001. Wyatt continues to release music…
Julianne Hough is a renowned American dancer, actress, and television personality, born on July 20, 1988, in Orem, Utah. She gained fame as a two-time professional champion on ABC’s Dancing with the Stars and later became a judge on the show. Julianne is also a successful recording artist, having released music under the Mercury Nashville label. She has made a significant impact in the film industry, starring in movies such as Burlesque, Footloose, Rock of Ages and Safe Haven, alongside notable actors like Cher, Tom Cruise, and Robert De Niro. She has been nominated for several awards, including Primetime Emmy…
Joseph Fiennes is an English actor born on May 27, 1970, in Salisbury, Wiltshire, England. He has a reputation for being the “go-to actor for English cultural history”. Joseph is known for his versatility and period pieces, with notable roles in Shakespeare in Love, Elizabeth, Enemy at the Gates, Luther and American Horror Story. He has been nominated for a Primetime Emmy and has won several awards, including a Screen Actors Guild Award and a British Academy Film Award nomination. Joseph is married to María Dolores Diéguez, a Swiss model of Spanish/Galician origin, and they have two daughters. The family…
Geraldine Chaplin is an American actress born on July 31, 1944, in Santa Monica, California. She is the daughter of legendary silent film star Charlie Chaplin and the first of his eight children with his fourth wife, Oona O’Neill. Geraldine’s career has spanned over six decades and includes roles in English, French and Spanish film. She made her English-language acting debut in David Lean’s Doctor Zhivago and has since appeared in numerous critically recognized films such as Nashville, Welcome to L.A. and The Age of Innocence. Geraldine has also been nominated for three Golden Globe Awards and one BAFTA Award.…
Dua Lipa is an English and Albanian singer and songwriter, known for her disco-influenced production and powerful voice. Her popular tracks include Houdini and New Rules, which have garnered millions of streams on SoundCloud. The official music video for Houdini showcases Dua’s unique style and captivating performance. Additionally, her song Training Season has an official music video that highlights her vocal range and emotional depth. Dua’s YouTube channel features her top songs and official music videos, providing fans with a comprehensive collection of her work. Siblings Dua has two younger siblings, namely Rina and Gjin. Rina, born on May 14,…
Drew Starkey is a 30-year-old American actor born in Hickory, North Carolina and raised in the Blue Ridge Mountains area. He stands at 6’2″ and has a Scorpio star sign. Drew gained recognition for his role as Rafe Cameron in the Netflix series Outer Banks and has been part of various films and TV shows, including Love, Simon, The Hate U Give and Scream: The TV Series. He is known for his hobbies, such as writing, baseball, basketball, football, body surfing and mountain climbing among others. Siblings Drew has a close-knit family, including one brother and two sisters. His brother,…