Celebrity Birthdays on June 19, 2025: Phylicia Rashad, Macklemore and More

Famous Birthdays on June 19, 2025: Phylicia Rashad, Macklemore, Ann Wilson and More

Celebrating a birthday is always special, but it gains an added spark when you share your big day with some of the world’s most recognizable celebrities. Today, June 19, 2025, marks another milestone for several stars across entertainment and music—let’s take a look at who’s celebrating and a few fun facts that make their careers truly noteworthy.

Celebrating Icons: Notable June 19 Birthdays

Phylicia Rashad Turns 77

Legendary actress Phylicia Rashad, best known for her role as Clair Huxtable on The Cosby Show, celebrates her 77th birthday today. Rashad has had an illustrious career in television, film, and theater, earning multiple accolades over the years. Notably, she received three consecutive Primetime Emmy nominations for her memorable guest role as Beth’s mother on NBC’s This Is Us. Rashad continues to be a prominent figure in the arts and serves as an inspiration to new generations of performers. For more on her achievements and recent appearances, you can visit her official IMDb profile.

Macklemore Marks His 42nd Birthday

Seattle-born rapper Macklemore, known for hits such as "Thrift Shop" and "Can’t Hold Us," turns 42 today. Macklemore (born Ben Haggerty) gained international fame alongside producer Ryan Lewis, winning multiple Grammy Awards early in his career. Interestingly, Macklemore is also recognized for his community involvement and advocacy work in his hometown of Seattle. Discover more about his music and philanthropic efforts on his official website.

Other Stars Blowing Out Candles

• Ann Wilson, iconic frontwoman of Heart, celebrates her 75th birthday. Aside from her powerful vocals and classic rock anthems, fans may be surprised to learn her middle name is Dustin.
• Kathleen Turner, the versatile actress whose early work included two years on the daytime soap The Doctors, turns 71 today.
• Paula Abdul, noted for her pop career and judging roles on shows like American Idol, turns 63. She made a memorable TV cameo on Fresh Off the Boat as an arts teacher.
• Zoe Saldana, a star in blockbusters like Avatar and Guardians of the Galaxy, turns 47. Before her breakout roles, she appeared as an immigration officer in Steven Spielberg’s The Terminal.

For those interested in a comprehensive list of June 19 celebrity birthdays, check out the latest roundup by UPI.

Notable Names in the Arts, Sports, and Media

The June 19 birthday list is extensive and includes celebrated names from various fields:

• Spanky McFarlane (Spanky and Our Gang): 83
• Larry Dunn (Earth, Wind & Fire): 72
• Doug Stone (Country Singer): 69
• Mark “Marty” DeBarge (DeBarge): 66
• Brian Vander Ark (The Verve Pipe): 61
• Mia Sara (Ferris Bueller’s Day Off): 58
• Lara Spencer (Good Morning America): 56
• Jean Dujardin (The Artist): 53
• Robin Tunney (The Mentalist): 53

Explore the full range of celebrity birthdays and fun facts on interactive sites like IMDb’s June 19 birthdays list.

Looking Back: Historical Birthdays on June 19

The legacy of June 19 extends beyond contemporary pop culture. Historical figures with birthdays on this date include:

• Blaise Pascal, influential mathematician and philosopher
• Moe Howard, famed comedian from The Three Stooges
• Lou Gehrig, legendary New York Yankees baseball player

You can dive deeper into today’s celebrity history and see more lists about notable stars at Times Colonist’s June 19 celebrity feature.

Want More Celebrity Trivia?

If celebrity trivia piques your interest, don’t miss the curated collections like Drew Barrymore’s fun facts or Kaley Cuoco’s fun facts, and see lists of movie and TV show trivia.

For daily updates and more in-depth celebrity reports, follow industry insiders and journalists on platforms like Mike Rose’s Facebook page.

As the stars add another year, we celebrate their contributions to entertainment, music, sports, and beyond. Happy birthday to all the June 19 celebrities!