Fri May 23 06:50:00 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

Numerous celebrities across various fields (acting, music, politics, sports, etc.) are celebrating birthdays this week, including Richard Benjamin, Bernie Taupin, Lisa Murkowski, Morrissey, Naomi Campbell, Novak Djokovic, Joan Collins, Bob Dylan, Patti LaBelle, Priscilla Presley, Ian McKellen, Stevie Nicks, Lenny Kravitz, and Lauryn Hill. In related news, Bob Dylan’s song catalog has been acquired by Universal Music Publishing Group, and a major retrospective of his artwork will be displayed in the US later this year.

**News Article:**

**Star-Studded Week: Celebrities Celebrate Birthdays as Bob Dylan’s Legacy Grows**

NEW YORK – This week sees a host of famous faces celebrating their birthdays, from acting legends to music icons and political figures. Among those marking another year are actor-filmmaker Richard Benjamin (87), songwriter Bernie Taupin (75), Senator Lisa Murkowski (68), and the enigmatic singer Morrissey (66).

The entertainment world also cheers on Naomi Campbell (55), tennis star Novak Djokovic (38), and veteran actress Joan Collins (92). Other notable birthday celebrants include comedian Drew Carey (67), “Jeopardy!” host Ken Jennings (51), and comedian Tommy Chong (87).

Meanwhile, Bob Dylan, turning 84 this week, is making headlines not just for his birthday but for a monumental deal. Universal Music Publishing Group has acquired the publishing rights to his vast catalog of over 600 songs for an undisclosed sum. In addition, “Retrospectrum,” the largest collection of Bob Dylan’s artwork ever displayed, will open in the U.S. later this year. The exhibit will display six decades of Dylan’s art, featuring more than 120 of the artist’s paintings, drawings.

This week’s birthday list continues with a roll call of talent: Patti LaBelle (81), Priscilla Presley (80), Ian McKellen (86), Stevie Nicks (77), Lenny Kravitz (61), Lauryn Hill (49), Gladys Knight (81), John Fogerty (80) and Kylie Minogue (57) all add another candle to their cakes.

This week’s birthdays highlight the enduring legacies and continuing contributions of these talents in entertainment, music, and beyond. From the silver screen to the recording studio, these stars continue to entertain and inspire audiences around the world.

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