Famous Birthdays This Week: From Hollywood Icons to Music Legends
As September turns into October, the calendar is filled with famous birthdays, from silver screen legends to music stars and royal milestones. Here’s a look at who is celebrating this week.

Celebrity Birthdays This Week
Several well-known figures mark major milestones between September 28 and October 4:
Date | Celebrity | Age | Profession |
---|---|---|---|
Sept 28 | Naomi Watts | 57 | Actress |
Sept 28 | Hilary Duff | 38 | Actress/Singer |
Sept 29 | Bryant Gumbel | 77 | TV Host |
Sept 29 | Halsey | 31 | Singer |
Sept 30 | Johnny Mathis | 90 | Singer |
Sept 30 | Fran Drescher | 68 | Actress |
Oct 1 | Julie Andrews | 90 | Actress/Singer |
Oct 1 | Brie Larson | 36 | Actress |
Oct 2 | Sting | 74 | Musician |
Oct 3 | Gwen Stefani | 56 | Singer |
Oct 4 | Susan Sarandon | 79 | Actress |
Oct 4 | Dakota Johnson | 36 | Actress |
Royal Milestones and Traditions
King Charles personally congratulated Ethel Caterham, now the world’s oldest living person at 116, recalling the days when “all the girls were in love” with him. The royal family continues its tradition of sending official birthday cards to centenarians, a custom dating back more than a century.
Public Figures and Birthdays in the Spotlight
Illinois football coach Bret Bielema ensures his players’ birthdays never go unnoticed, shaped by his own experiences. Meanwhile, Steve Burns of Blue’s Clues fame reflected on still being recognized after decades away from the spotlight. Brooklyn Beckham made headlines for not posting a birthday message to cousin Finlay James, sparking public discussion.