Tue Oct 15 08:40:00 UTC 2024: ## Usher Attends Black Music Action Coalition Gala, Celebrity Birthdays Announced

**Beverly Hills, CA –** R&B star Usher was spotted at the Black Music Action Coalition Gala held at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills on Thursday, September 19th. The event, celebrating the contributions of Black musicians and the coalition’s advocacy efforts, brought together notable names from the music industry.

This week also sees a string of celebrity birthdays, spanning music legends, actors, and TV personalities.

From October 13th to 19th, we celebrate the birthdays of:

* **Gospel icon Shirley Caesar** (87)
* **Musician Paul Simon** (83)
* **Actor Demond Wilson** (“Sanford and Son”) (78)
* **Singer Sammy Hagar** (77)
* **Model Beverly Johnson** (72)
* **“The X-Files” creator Chris Carter** (68)
* **Singer Cherrelle** (65)
* **Singer-actor-talk show host Marie Osmond** (65)
* **Actor T’Keyah Crystal Keymah** (“That’s So Raven,” “In Living Color”) (62)
* **Actor Kate Walsh** (“Private Practice,” ″Grey’s Anatomy”) (57)
* **Actor Tisha Campbell-Martin** (“My Wife and Kids,” ″Martin”) (56)
* **Actor Sacha Baron Cohen** (“Borat,” ″Da Ali G Show”) (53)
* **Singer Ashanti** (44)
* **Singer-rapper Lumidee** (44)
* **Actor Caleb McLaughlin** (“Stranger Things”) (23)

And many more! The list includes actors, musicians, directors, and TV personalities who have graced our screens and stages for decades.

The birthdays highlight the enduring impact of these figures across various entertainment fields. From music icons to comedic legends, these individuals continue to inspire and entertain generations.

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