Today’s a star-studded day! March 29 rolls around and brings us a bunch of cool celebs turning a year older. From comedy legends to powerhouse performers, we’ve got 10 names you’ll wanna know about. Let’s dive in and see who’s blowing out candles today!
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Eric Idle: The Monty Python Musical Genius, 83
Eric Idle isn’t just a funny guy—he’s the mastermind behind some of Monty Python’s quirkiest musical bits. Yep, this English guy mixed laughs and tunes like a pro, snagged a Grammy, and even scored Tony nods on Broadway. Oh, and he was the first Footlights president to let women join—talk about breaking the mold!
Brendan Gleeson: The Actor Who Does It All, 71
Brendan Gleeson is like a chameleon on screen, nailing everything from Braveheart to Harry Potter. He’s even got an Emmy and an Oscar nom to prove his acting chops. Fun fact: before acting took over, he was teaching English and Irish in school. Multitalented much?
Lucy Lawless: Warrior Princess and Gold Miner, 58
Before Lucy Lawless was kicking butt as Xena, she was digging for gold in the Aussie Outback. Talk about a wild resume! Now she’s known for playing fierce characters in shows like Battlestar Galactica and Spartacus. Total queen vibes.
Chris D'Elia: The Funny Guy Who’s Never Drunk, 46
Chris D'Elia cracks us up with his stand-up and sitcom roles, but here’s a twist—he’s never touched alcohol or drugs! That’s right, the guy who plays the life of the party keeps it clean offstage. Respect!
Amy Sedaris: The Queen of Quirky Comedy, 65
Amy Sedaris is that hilarious friend everyone wishes they had. She created unforgettable characters like Jerri Blank and once amused shoppers by making fake announcements at a supermarket job. Comedy gold!
Megan Hilty: From Opera Dreams to Broadway Star, 45
Megan Hilty wanted to sing opera but ended up dazzling Broadway instead. With powerhouse vocals and Broadway charm, she’s snagged Tony nominations and stole scenes on TV shows like Smash. Diva alert!
PJ Morton: Grammy-Winning Soul Maestro, 45
PJ Morton’s got the soulful groove, mixing R&B, gospel, and funk. He’s bagged six Grammys and even made Disney history writing songs for Tiana's Bayou Adventure. Talk about smooth operator!
Elle Macpherson: The Body and Beyond, 62
Elle Macpherson earned the nickname “The Body” with five Sports Illustrated covers, but did you know she almost went into law? Instead, she rocked the modeling world and launched her own wellness brand. Boss moves!
Ernest Cline: The Nerd Who Created Ready Player One, 54
Ernest Cline hit the jackpot with Ready Player One, a sci-fi love letter to nerd culture that got turned into a Spielberg movie. Before that, he did everything from fish gutting to tech support—so basically, he’s lived many lives!
Jasmine Crockett: Lawyer, Politician, and Baseball First, 45
Jasmine Crockett isn’t just a politician—she’s a history-maker! This fierce lawyer turned US Representative also made waves by being the first Black female Democrat to play in the Congressional Baseball Game. Talk about smashing ceilings!

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