Happy Birthday to the stars among us! Today, November 28, 2025, marks another trip around the sun for some of our favorite celebrities, including the witty Jon Stewart and the versatile Mary Elizabeth Winstead. But did you know that some of these stars share a birthday with historical figures like artist William Blake and architect Henry Bacon? It’s a day packed with talent, creativity, and a few surprises. Let’s dive into the celebrations and uncover some fascinating tidbits about these luminaries.
Here’s the part most people miss: Behind every famous face is a story waiting to be told. From music mogul Berry Gordy, who turns 96 today and was memorably portrayed by Billy Dee Williams in The Jacksons: An American Dream, to composer Randy Newman, whose middle name Stuart might just surprise you, these celebrities have lives as rich as their careers. And let’s not forget Paul Shaffer, the Thunder Bay native who’s been tickling the ivories for decades, or Ed Harris, whose voice narrated the gripping 2024 series Wyatt Earp and the Cowboy War. But here’s where it gets controversial: Should we celebrate the personal lives of celebrities, or does their work speak for itself? What do you think?
Alfonso Cuaron, the visionary director, turns 64 today, and fun fact—his brother Carlos is also a director. Talk about a family business! Jon Stewart, the beloved TV host, celebrates his 63rd birthday, and yes, he’s a proud parent to a son and daughter. Mary Elizabeth Winstead, turning 41, started her career on the soap opera Passions—a far cry from her blockbuster roles today. And Karen Gillan, who welcomed a baby girl earlier this year, proves that life off-screen can be just as exciting as on.
Here’s a list of other stars blowing out candles today:
- Singer-songwriter Bruce Channel (85)
- Actor S. Epatha Merkerson (Chicago Med, Law & Order) (73)
- Country singer Kristine Arnold of Sweethearts of the Rodeo (69)
- Actor Judd Nelson (66)
- Drummer Matt Cameron (Pearl Jam, Soundgarden) (63)
- Actor Jane Sibbett (Friends, Herman’s Head) (63)
- Actor Garcelle Beauvais (NYPD Blue, The Jamie Foxx Show) (59)
- Singer Dawn Robinson (En Vogue, Lucy Pearl) (57)
- Actor Gina Tognoni (The Young and the Restless) (52)
- Musician apl.de.ap of Black Eyed Peas (51)
- Actor Malcolm Goodwin (iZombie) (50)
- Actor Ryan Kwanten (True Blood) (49)
- Actor Aimee Garcia (Lucifer) (47)
- Rapper Chamillionaire (46)
- Actor Daniel Henney (Criminal Minds) (46)
- Keyboardist Rostam Batmanglij (Vampire Weekend) (42)
- Singer-keyboardist Tyler Glenn of Neon Trees (42)
- Singer Trey Songz (41)
- Actor Scarlett Pomers (Reba) (37)
- Actor-rapper Bryshere Gray (Empire) (32)
And this is the part most people miss: Historical figures like Paul Warfield, the former Browns receiver, and Anna Nicole Smith, the iconic actress, also share this birthday. It’s a day that bridges the past and present in the most fascinating ways.
If you’re craving more celebrity trivia, check out our recent fun facts lists featuring Drew Barrymore, Kaley Cuoco, and Margot Robbie. Or dive into our popular lists on Robert Downey Jr., Emma Watson, and Jason Momoa. But here’s a thought-provoking question: Do these fun facts bring us closer to the stars, or do they just remind us of their humanity? Let us know in the comments!
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