Singers born on June 30

Take a focused look at the singers born on June 30. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1917 Lena Horne

  Lena Horne was an acclaimed American singer, actress, dancer, and civil rights activist. She rose to prominence as a nightclub performer before securing roles in Hollywood movies during the 1940s, becoming one of the first African American actresses to sign a long-term contract with a major studio. [bio]

• 1983 Cheryl Cole

  Cheryl Cole is a prominent English pop singer, television personality, and fashion icon who rose to fame with the girl group Girls Aloud and...