Celebrity Birthdays - June

Kate Upton’s career path went from riding horses to ruling magazine covers, which is a pretty solid upgrade—though the horses probably still expect her to muck out a stall or two. She’s the kind of person who can walk a red carpet one day and then happily eat ice cream on the couch the next. Somewhere out there, a former equestrian rival is watching her on a magazine cover and thinking, “All I got was a ribbon and a sunburn. She got Hollywood.”

June 10, 1992, in St. Joseph, Michigan

Trivia

• She was a competitive equestrian as a teenager.
• She first appeared on the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover in 2011.
• She has appeared on the cover four times.
• She made her film debut in Tower Heist.
• She starred in the comedy The Other Woman.
• She married MLB pitcher Justin Verlander in 2017.
• She became a mother in 2018.

Colleen Camp has the kind of career where you suddenly spot her in a movie and think, “Wait a minute, I know her!” She’s been the witty side character, the glamorous guest star, the mysterious maid, and probably the only person who could survive both Apocalypse Now and a Clue dinner party in the same résumé. If Hollywood were a big, chaotic house full of secret passages and oddball characters, Colleen Camp would be the one who knows where all the doors lead—and still manages to steal the scene on her way through.

June 7, 1953, in San Francisco, California

Trivia

• She appeared in the war epic Apocalypse Now (1979).
• She is best known for playing Yvette the maid in the cult classic Clue (1985).
• She has guest-starred on shows like The Love Boat and Magnum, P.I.
• She worked as a producer on the comedy film The House Bunny (2008).
• She began her career in smaller television and film roles in the 1970s.
• She has appeared in both serious dramas and broad comedies.
• She is an avid birdwatcher and gardener.

Dr. Ruth proved that you don’t need to be tall to be a giant in your field. At 4 feet 7 inches, she could barely see over some podiums, but she could certainly see right through people’s excuses for poor communication. With her cheerful accent and unstoppable energy, she turned late-night radio into a classroom for grown-ups—and probably made a few listeners blush while she was at it. If confidence were measured in decibels, she’d have been ten feet tall.

June 4, 1928, in Frankfurt, Germany

July 12, 2024, in Manhatten, New York

Trivia

• Dr. Ruth was only 4 feet 7 inches tall but served as a sniper in the Haganah.
• Her radio show Sexually Speaking began as a small midnight program.
• She wrote more than 40 books on sex, relationships, and psychology.
• She earned a doctorate in education from Columbia University.
• She continued teaching and speaking publicly well into her 90s.

If Joan Rivers were at your birthday party, she’d hug you, compliment your cake, and then immediately ask why you chose that shirt. Not in a mean way—just in a “we need to talk about your life choices” kind of way. Within ten minutes, she’d have roasted your decorations, your haircut, and possibly your dog’s fashion sense, and somehow you’d still be laughing. That was her magic. Joan could insult the wallpaper, the host, and the punch bowl, and everyone would still thank her for coming—because when she said it, it was funny, honest, and just a little too true.

June 8, 1933, in Brooklyn, New York

Trivia

• Joan Rivers graduated from Barnard College in 1954 with a degree in English.
• Her real name was Joan Alexandra Molinsky.
• She was a frequent guest host for Johnny Carson on The Tonight Show.
• In 1986, she became the first woman to host a network late-night talk show.
• She won a Daytime Emmy Award for The Joan Rivers Show in 1990.
• Joan won Celebrity Apprentice in 2009.
• She wrote more than a dozen books, including humor and memoir titles.
• Joan was an outspoken supporter of animal rights and AIDS charities.

Katelyn Nacon spent years outrunning zombies on The Walking Dead, which probably makes everyday problems seem pretty manageable. Late for an appointment? At least there’s no horde chasing you. Burnt toast? Still better than canned apocalypse food. After surviving a fictional end of the world, she now writes music, acts in new projects, and enjoys sushi—proving that if you can handle zombies, you can handle just about anything, including early mornings… though she’d still prefer coffee first.

June 11, 1999, in Atlanta, Georgia

Trivia

• She gained early attention in the viral short Too Many Cooks.
• She joined The Walking Dead in its fifth season.
• Her character Enid became a fan favorite on the show.
• She is also a singer and songwriter.
• She has released original music.
• She grew up in Georgia and still values time there.
• She is a fan of horror films.

Some people collect awards. Some collect movie roles. Meryl Streep appears to have collected entire careers. Over the course of more than five decades, she has transformed herself into prime ministers, chefs, singers, authors, fashion editors, and just about anyone else Hollywood could imagine. If acting were an Olympic sport, there would probably be a rule limiting how many medals one person could win. Born on June 22, 1949, Meryl Streep has spent a lifetime setting a standard that leaves audiences impressed, critics scrambling for new compliments, and fellow actors wondering if she secretly has extra hours in her day.

June 22, 1949 in Summit, New Jersey

Trivia

• Her full name is Mary Louise Streep.
• The nickname "Meryl" was invented by her father.
• Graduated from Vassar College in 1971.
• Earned an MFA from the Yale School of Drama in 1975.
• Made her film debut in Julia (1977).
• Received her first Oscar nomination for The Deer Hunter (1978).
• Won her first Academy Award for Kramer vs. Kramer (1979).
• Won Best Actress Oscars for Sophie's Choice and The Iron Lady.
• Originally trained as a singer before focusing on acting.
• Known for her ability to perform a wide variety of accents.
• Has won multiple Emmy and Golden Globe Awards.
• Widely regarded as one of the greatest actresses in film history.

Fred Grandy may be best remembered as Gopher from The Love Boat, but his career took a route most actors never attempt without a very confused travel agent: Hollywood sitcom fame, Congress, nonprofit leadership, radio commentary, and back to performance. Most people leave a cruise with sunburn and a souvenir cup; Grandy left with a public profile sturdy enough to carry him all the way to Washington.

June 29, 1948, in Sioux City, Iowa

Trivia

• He played Burl “Gopher” Smith on The Love Boat.
• The Love Boat aired as a regular series from 1977 to 1986.
• Grandy later served four terms in the U.S. House of Representatives.
• He represented Iowa in Congress from 1987 to 1995.
• Before acting fame, he worked as an aide to Congressman Wiley Mayne.
• He later served as president and CEO of Goodwill Industries International.
• He appeared on The Mindy Project in a recurring role.
• His son Charlie Grandy became a television writer and producer.
• Grandy has reunited with The Love Boat cast for fan events and cruises.

Watching Amanda Crew in Silicon Valley often felt like watching the only responsible adult in a room full of over-caffeinated teenagers with billion-dollar ideas. While everyone else was arguing about algorithms, compression, or whose startup name sounded cooler, Monica was usually the one quietly trying to keep the whole circus from catching fire. It’s the kind of role that makes you wonder if Amanda could probably run an actual tech company in real life—though she’d likely insist on fewer beanbag chairs and a lot more common sense.

June 5, 1986, in Langley, British Columbia

Trivia

• Amanda is an avid traveler and often shares her adventures on social media.
• She’s a self-proclaimed foodie and loves trying out new recipes in her free time.
• Amanda is also a talented photographer and often captures stunning landscapes during her travels.
• She has a passion for environmental conservation and actively supports various eco-friendly initiatives.
• Amanda is a dog lover and has a furry friend named Charlie who often makes appearances on her Instagram.

Robert Englund might be the only man in the world who can walk into a room and make people both smile and instinctively check their closets. For decades, he spent his nights on screen chasing teenagers through their dreams, yet in real life he’s the sort of fellow who’d probably offer you a cup of tea and talk about art or gardening. It’s a strange thought: somewhere out there, the face of Freddy Krueger might be quietly watering petunias while the neighbors have absolutely no idea they’re living next door to one of the most famous nightmares in movie history.

June 6, 1947, in Glendale, California

Trivia

• He studied at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London.
• He originally auditioned for the role of Han Solo in Star Wars.
• He helped his friend Mark Hamill get the audition that led to Luke Skywalker.
• He played Freddy Krueger in eight films.
• He starred as Willie in the sci-fi TV series V.
• He directed the horror film 976-EVIL in 1988.
• He has done extensive voice acting in animated shows and video games.

There are singers who chase musical trends, and then there are singers who simply walk on stage, grab the microphone, and remind everyone what real rock vocals sound like. Patty Smyth has spent decades doing exactly that. Whether fronting Scandal, recording unforgettable solo hits, or casually turning down an offer that many singers would have considered the opportunity of a lifetime, she's built a career on talent, confidence, and the refreshing habit of doing things her own way.

June 26, 1957, in New York City

Trivia

• Lead singer of the rock band Scandal.
• "The Warrior" became a Top 10 hit in 1984.
• "Goodbye to You" remains one of Scandal's signature songs.
• Released her debut solo album Never Enough in 1987.
• Recorded the No. 2 hit "Sometimes Love Just Ain't Enough" with Don Henley.
• Turned down an offer to replace David Lee Roth in Van Halen.
• Co-wrote the Oscar-nominated song "Look What Love Has Done."
• Married tennis legend John McEnroe in 1997.

Few people spend more than three decades at the same job without becoming part of the office furniture. Clarence Thomas has managed to serve on the United States Supreme Court since 1991 while remaining one of the most discussed, debated, analyzed, quoted, criticized, praised, and scrutinized figures in American public life. In a profession where people literally wear the same black robe every day, standing out is no small achievement. Whether people agree with him, disagree with him, or need a law degree and three cups of coffee to understand his latest opinion, Clarence Thomas has spent decades ensuring that nobody ignores his place in American legal history.

June 23, 1948, in Pin Point, Georgia

Trivia

• First person in his family to attend college.
• Graduated from the College of the Holy Cross.
• Earned a law degree from Yale Law School.
• Worked as an Assistant Attorney General in Missouri.
• Served as Chairman of the EEOC.
• Appointed to the D.C. Circuit Court in 1990.
• Nominated to the Supreme Court by President George H. W. Bush.

Logan Browning’s career is a bit like one of those glow-up stories you see online—except instead of new hairstyles and better lighting, it’s roles that get smarter, deeper, and more interesting over time. She went from the glittery, plastic-fantastic world of Bratz to hosting a sharp-tongued radio show in Dear White People, which is quite the leap. It’s like starting your career in a bubblegum commercial and ending up in a college debate club where everyone quotes philosophy. But somehow, she made the transition look completely natural—no awkward phase required.

June 9, 1989, in Atlanta, Georgia

Trivia

• Starred as Sasha in Bratz: The Movie (2007).
• Played Jelena in VH1’s Hit the Floor.
• Gained critical acclaim as Samantha in Dear White People.
• Began her career with roles on teen TV shows.
• Has also released music as a singer.

Richard Madden has built an impressive career playing kings, princes, soldiers, and superheroes, which must make everyday life a bit confusing. Imagine the poor delivery driver: is he dropping off a parcel to the King in the North, a Disney prince, or an immortal cosmic warrior? Meanwhile, Richard’s probably just standing there in sweatpants, wondering if he remembered to buy milk. It’s the classic actor’s dilemma—on screen he’s saving kingdoms and galaxies, but off screen he’s still trying to figure out what to cook for dinner without accidentally setting off the smoke alarm.

June 18, 1986, in Elderslie, Scotland

Trivia

• Richard Madden is an avid supporter of the Glasgow football team, Celtic F.C., and often attends matches when his schedule allows.
• Despite his rugged on-screen persona, Richard Madden has a fear of heights and avoids activities like bungee jumping or skydiving.
• He is fluent in French, having studied the language extensively, and often practices by reading French literature.
• Richard Madden once worked as a greeter at a Disneyland park during a break between acting gigs, a job he recalls fondly.
• He has a hidden talent for baking and enjoys making traditional Scottish shortbread, a skill he picked up from his grandmother.

Aaron Taylor-Johnson has played a superhero with no powers, a superhero with super speed, a monster-fighting soldier, and a dangerously unhinged criminal—all before most people figure out what they’re doing with their lives. He’s the kind of actor who seems perfectly comfortable dodging explosions one year and wearing period costumes the next. Somewhere out there, a casting director is probably looking at his résumé and thinking, “We need someone who can fight, brood, run fast, and look intense while doing it.” And Aaron just sighs, stretches, and says, “All right, what century are we in this time?”

June 13, 1990, in High Wycombe, England

Trivia

• Aaron began acting at the age of six.
• He played John Lennon in the biographical film Nowhere Boy.
• He won a Golden Globe for Nocturnal Animals in 2017.
• He married director Sam Taylor-Johnson, whom he met on the set of Nowhere Boy.
• He took his wife’s last name, becoming Aaron Taylor-Johnson.
• He played Quicksilver in Avengers: Age of Ultron.
• He appeared in Christopher Nolan’s Tenet.
• He is a fan of classic rock bands like Led Zeppelin.

Shia LaBeouf’s career has taken more turns than a GPS with a weak signal and a mind of its own. One minute he’s the scrappy kid on a Disney Channel show, the next he’s swinging through the jungle with Indiana Jones, then he’s live-streaming performance art while wearing a paper bag on his head that says “I am not famous anymore.” He’s the rare actor who seems just as comfortable in a blockbuster robot explosion as he is sitting silently in an art gallery for six hours straight, which makes following his career less like watching Hollywood news and more like tracking an unpredictable weather pattern. With Shia, you never quite know what’s coming next—but you can be sure it won’t be boring.

June 11, 1986, in Los Angeles, California

Trivia

• Shia’s first name comes from the Hebrew word for “gift from God,” while his last name, LaBeouf, is French for “the beef,” making his full name sound like a very spiritual steak.
• He was named after his grandfather, who was a comedian and physician, which may explain both his sense of humor and his occasional life prescriptions.
• Shia earned a Daytime Emmy Award in 2003 for his role on Even Stevens, beating out several adult actors while he was still a teenager.
• He became one of the few actors in history to appear in three of the highest-grossing films ever at the time: Transformers, Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, and Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull.

Isabella Rossellini has the rare ability to glide into a room looking like she just stepped off a Renaissance painting, then casually start explaining the mating habits of snails with the enthusiasm of a science teacher on double espresso. One minute she’s the elegant daughter of Hollywood royalty, the next she’s in a short film dressed as an insect, proving that true sophistication includes a healthy sense of humor—and possibly antennae. It’s hard to say what’s more impressive: her film career, her fashion history, or the fact that she can make the love life of a beetle sound like a romantic epic.

June 18, 1952, in Rome, Italy

Trivia

• She is the daughter of legendary actress Ingrid Bergman and Italian director Roberto Rossellini.
• Isabella grew up speaking multiple languages, including Italian, French, and English.
• She worked as a fashion model before becoming an actress and became the face of Lancôme cosmetics for many years.
• She starred in David Lynch’s cult classic Blue Velvet (1986), one of her most famous film roles.
• She created and starred in the quirky short-film series Green Porno, which humorously explores animal mating habits.
• Isabella is also a trained ethologist and has studied animal behavior.

Mark Feuerstein has the kind of face that looks like it should come with a warning label: “May cause sudden binge-watching.” Whether he’s charming his way through a medical mystery, playing the lovable guy with a hidden edge, or delivering a perfectly timed grin that says “yes, I know I’m adorable,” Mark has made a career out of being the most watchable person in the room. On his birthday, we’re celebrating the man who proves you can be smart, funny, and ridiculously likable… and still make the rest of us look like we need better lighting and a personal trainer. Happy Birthday, Mark! 🎉

June 8, 1971, in New York City, NY

Trivia

• Feuerstein was a state champion wrestler during his high school years in New York.
• He speaks French fluently, having studied the language extensively.
• He won the Breakout Performance Award at the 1998 Capri Hollywood International Film Festival for his role in "The Muse."
• In addition to Broadway, he has performed in off-Broadway productions, showcasing his range as a stage actor.
• He co-wrote, directed, and starred in the TV series "9JKL," inspired by his real-life experiences living in an apartment next to his parents and brother.

Luke Youngblood has managed to build a career where he’s best known for either announcing magical sports or yelling “Pop! Pop!” at random intervals, which is honestly a pretty great résumé. Not everyone can say they’ve worked at Hogwarts and a fictional community college without even needing a time-turner. Somewhere out there, there’s probably a crossover universe where Lee Jordan is commentating a Quidditch match while Magnitude runs through the stands shouting his catchphrase. And frankly, that sounds like a show people would absolutely watch.

June 12, 1986, in London, England

Trivia

• Luke Youngblood played Lee Jordan in the first three Harry Potter films.
• He portrayed Magnitude on the TV series Community.
• His famous catchphrase on Community was “Pop! Pop!”
• He has performed in West End musical productions.
• He played Benny in In the Heights in London.
• Luke began acting as a child in British television shows.
• He is also a trained singer and dancer.

Most people celebrate a trip to the swimming pool by floating on an inflatable flamingo and wondering where the sunscreen went. Michael Phelps took a slightly different approach—he collected Olympic gold medals like they were souvenir postcards. By the time he climbed out of the water, record books needed extra pages just to keep up.

June 30, 1985, in Baltimore, Maryland

Trivia

• Won a record 28 Olympic medals.
• Captured an unprecedented 23 Olympic gold medals.
• Won eight gold medals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
• Competed in five Olympic Games.
• Set 39 world records during his career.
• Qualified for his first Olympics at just 15 years old.
• Trained throughout his career under coach Bob Bowman.
• Founded the Michael Phelps Foundation to promote water safety.
• Has been an advocate for mental health awareness since retiring.
• Was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2024.

Pat Boone once went from singing “Love Letters in the Sand” to covering heavy metal—and somehow made it sound like something you could play at a church picnic. That takes courage. While the rest of the world was growing their hair out and rebelling, Pat kept his pressed jacket, polished smile, and steady handshake. And honestly? There’s something impressive about a man who can outlast trends, outlive critics, and still surprise you when you least expect it.

June 1, 1934, in Jacksonville, Florida

Trivia

• Pat Boone attended Columbia University while launching his music career.
• He was the second-biggest charting artist of the 1950s behind Elvis Presley.
• He hosted The Pat Boone Chevy Showroom from 1957 to 1960.
• He released a swing-style heavy metal album in 1997 that stunned fans.
• He has written multiple books focused on Christian faith and values.
• He holds patents related to energy-efficient housing concepts.

If Johnny Depp’s career were a closet, it would look like a pirate ship crashed into a Victorian theater costume department. Feathered hats, striped coats, mismatched boots, rings on every finger, and at least one pair of sunglasses worn indoors at midnight—just in case inspiration strikes. Most actors build a career by playing the hero. Johnny built his by playing the guy the hero meets in a dark alley, who either offers profound wisdom or tries to sell him a haunted pocket watch. And somehow, through all the eyeliner, accents, and questionable dental choices, he made it look completely normal—like this is just how serious acting is done.

June 9, 1963, in Owensboro, Kentucky

Trivia

• He has collaborated with director Tim Burton in eight films, including "Edward Scissorhands" (1990) and "Alice in Wonderland" (2010).
• Depp is known for his eclectic and versatile acting style, often portraying eccentric characters.
• He is also a talented musician and has played guitar on songs for artists like Oasis and Marilyn Manson.
• Depp co-owned the nightclub The Viper Room in Los Angeles during the 1990s.
• He has a strong interest in Native American culture and was adopted into the Comanche tribe in 2012.
• Johnny Depp has two children, Lily-Rose Melody Depp and John Christopher "Jack" Depp III, with French actress Vanessa Paradis.
• He is an avid collector of rare books and art, including works by artists such as Jean-Michel Basquiat and Mark Ryden.
• Depp's performance in "Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas" (1998) was inspired by his friendship with author Hunter S. Thompson.