Musicians born on June 2

Take a focused look at the musicians born on June 2. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1941 Charlie Watts

  Charlie Watts was an English drummer best known as a founding member of the Rolling Stones, one of the most influential and enduring rock bands in history. Renowned for his unique blend of jazz and rock drumming, Watts played with the group from 1963 until his death in 2021, contributing significantly to their signature sound and global success. [bio]

• 1947 Ronnie Wood

  Ronnie Wood is an acclaimed English rock musician best known as a guitarist for The Rolling Stones. Renowned for his distinctive playing style and contributions to rock music, Wood has enjoyed a long-standing career both as a solo artist and as a member of other influential bands like Faces and The Jeff Beck Group. [bio]