Nationwide — It happens to everyone as time goes by, and there is nothing any of us can do about it! It’s called aging, and some of our favorite African American celebrities have already turned 50 or will be turning 50 some time this year. Some of these may surprise you!
Here’s our list of the top 12 to hit the big 5-0:
#1 – Wendy Williams: controversial television talkshow host and former radio show host. Birthday: July 18th
#2 – Lenny Kravitz: world-renowned rockstar and actor. Birthday: May 26th
#3 – Cedric the Entertainer: comedian and host of “Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?” Birthday: April 24th
#4 – Biz Markie: DJ and former rapper, best known for his hit song “You Got What I Need”. Birthday: April 8th
#5 – Wanda Sykes: award-winning actress, comedienne, and TV writer Birthday: March 7th
#6 – Djimon Hounsou: actor best known for his star roles in “Amistad” and “Guardians of the Galaxy”. Birthday: April 24th
#7 – Rev Run: one of the founding members of the influential hip-hop group Run DMC. Birthday: November 14th
#8 – Vivica A. Fox: actress best known for roles in “Independence Day” and “Set It Off”. Birthday: July 30th
#9 – Blair Underwood: television, film, and stage actor who starred in “L.A. Law” for seven years. Birthday: August 25th
#10 – Holly Robinson-Peete: actress and singer best known for her roles in “21 Jump Street” and “Hangin’ With Mr. Cooper”. Birthday: September 18th
#11 – Robin Givens: stage, television, and film actress who was also the former wife of boxer Mike Tyson. Birthday: November 27th
#12 – Don Cheadle: actor and producer best known for his roles in “Iron Man”, “Avengers” and even “Captain Planet.” Birthday: November 29th