Celebrities Celebrate Their Birthday on February 7

It is a busy day for actors, singers and comedians as many well‑known names turn another year older. James Spader marks 66, a milestone for the actor best remembered for his role as a broker in the film “Wall Street. ” Garth Brooks, who just finished narrating the 2022 miniseries “America’s National Parks, ” turns 64. Comedian Chris Rock, who began his directorial career with the movie “Head of State” in 2003, is now 61. Ashton Kutcher reaches 48 and has recently joined the FX series “The Beauty. ” Deborah Ann Woll celebrates 41, after hosting a podcast called “Truest Blood” that explores the world of her hit show “True Blood. ” Other celebrated birthdays include comedian Robert Smigel, the creator of Triumph the Insult Comic Dog, who is 66. David Bryan of Bon Jovi turns 64 and has long been a pillar in the rock scene.Actor Jason Gedrick, known for “Windfall” and “Boomtown, ” is 59. Actress Essence Atkins, who appeared in “Half and Half” and “Smart Guy, ” turns 54. Limp Bizkit’s guitarist Wes Borland is 51, while bassist Tom Blankenship of My Morning Jacket turns 48. Tina Majorino, recognizable from “Napoleon Dynamite” and “Veronica Mars, ” reaches 41. February 7 has also seen the birthdays of historical figures such as Thomas More, a Catholic saint and statesman; John Deere, an American pioneer of farming equipment; Charles Dickens, a beloved novelist; and Laura Ingalls Wilder, author of the Little House series. The day is highlighted by fun facts about these personalities, offering trivia that fans can share in social media posts or personal conversations.