Singers born on May 22

Take a focused look at the singers born on May 22. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1924 Charles Aznavour

  Charles Aznavour was a renowned French-Armenian singer, songwriter, and actor, often referred to as 'France's Frank Sinatra.' Over his eight-decade career, Aznavour became one of France's most popular and enduring musical artists, selling more than 100 million records worldwide and writing over 1,200 songs in multiple languages. [bio]

• 1966 Johnny Gill

  Johnny Gill is an American singer, songwriter, and actor, best known as a member of the R&B group New Edition and the supergroup LSG, as well as for his successful solo career. He is recognized for his powerful voice and significant contributions to the R&B and soul genres. [bio]