He's one of the most energetic performers in rock 'n' roll history, but even Little Richard can't avoid the effects of getting older. And he recently received a scary reminder of his own mortality.
Here's a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Little Richard
Age: 80
Occupation: Singer, Songwriter and Musician
Known For: Helping define the dynamic sound of rock and roll in the 1950s with his frenetic piano playing and raspy, shouted vocals on classics like 'Tutti Frutti,' 'Long Tall Sally' and 'Good Golly, Miss Molly,' and creating a flamboyant style without which Prince mig