June 22

 

Multi-talented musician Todd Rundgren celebrates his 77th birthday today. The producer, songwriter, and solo artist has created everything from pop gems like "Hello It's Me" to progressive rock epics while producing albums for countless other artists…

 

Pop icon Cyndi Lauper turns 72 today. Her colorful persona and powerful voice made "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" and "Time After Time" defining anthems of the 1980s…

 

The entertainment world lost a legend on this day in 1969 when Judy Garland died from an accidental barbiturate overdose at just 47. The "Wizard of Oz" star's troubled life ended tragically at the peak of her comeback efforts…

 

U2's guitarist The Edge married longtime partner Morleigh Steinberg on this day in 2002, after a decade-long relationship. The couple had met when she worked as a belly dancer during the band's Zoo TV tour…

 

Country music poet Kris Kristofferson was born on this day in 1936. The Rhodes Scholar turned songwriter penned classics like "Me and Bobby McGee" and "Sunday Morning Coming Down" before becoming a successful actor…

 

Producer and former Peter & Gordon member Peter Asher marks his 81st birthday today. Beyond his own recording success, he's guided the careers of James Taylor, Linda Ronstadt, and many other major artists…

 

Turtles co-founder Howard Kaylan celebrates his 78th birthday today. His distinctive vocals helped power hits like "Happy Together" and "Elenore" during the band's 1960s heyday…

 

Comedy legend George Carlin passed away on this day in 2008 at age 71. Though primarily known as a stand-up comedian, his irreverent humor and social commentary influenced musicians across genres.