Famous 76 Years Old

The list of famous 76 years old includes Carl Weathers, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Richard Lewis, O. J. Simpson, Larry David. Famous personalities featured on this list, include political leaders, actors, actresses and directors and from other domains of life. This list of 76 years old includes people from United States, England, France & Germany and many more countries.

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Birthdate: July 30, 1947

Sun Sign: Leo

Birthplace: Thal, Austria

Former professional bodybuilder, actor, and politician, Arnold Schwarzenegger, needs no introduction! One of the most popular figures in the entertainment industry in the 20th century, he is a much-admired Hollywood star. Rising to international fame despite hailing from a humble background, he is an epitome the quintessential American dream that many youngsters hold close to their hearts.

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Elton John

(Singer, Pianist and Composer- One of the Best-Selling Artists of All Time)

Birthdate: March 25, 1947

Sun Sign: Aries

Birthplace: Pinner, England

The supremely gifted English singer, songwriter, pianist and composer, Elton John has entertained music lovers globally since the 1970s. His phenomenal talent make him one of the best-selling music artists in the world. Not to forget his tribute to Princess Diana, Candle in the Wind 1997, which till date is one of the best-selling singles in the UK and the US.

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Stephen King

(A Prolific & Immensely Popular Author of Horror Fiction)

Birthdate: September 21, 1947

Sun Sign: Virgo

Birthplace: Portland, Maine, United States

One of the most popular American authors, Stephen King has sold over 350 million copies of his works. Many of his books have been adapted into television series, miniseries, and films. One of the most decorated authors, King believes in giving back to society as he and his wife are noted philanthropists.

Birthdate: April 16, 1947

Sun Sign: Aries

Birthplace: New York, New York, United States

Retired basketball player Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is a legendary NBA champion and its all-time leading scorer. Known for his trademark skyhook shot, he achieved remarkable feats during his career. Later, he pursued a successful writing and acting career and was even selected U.S. global cultural ambassador. The NBA star is also the proud recipient of the prestigious Presidential Medal of Freedom.

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Brian May

(Lead Guitarist of the Rock Band 'Queen')

Birthdate: July 19, 1947

Sun Sign: Cancer

Birthplace: Hampton, London, England

Queen guitarist and singer-songwriter Brian May is also a PhD in astrophysics. One of Rolling Stone's 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time and Guitar World’s second-greatest guitarist, he received a CBE. He was a Chancellor of Liverpool at John Moores University, has worked with NASA, and fights for animal rights.

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Ted Danson

(Best Known for His Roles in the NBC Sitcom ‘Cheers’ and the CBS Sitcom ‘Becker’)

Birthdate: December 29, 1947

Sun Sign: Capricorn

Birthplace: San Diego, California, United States

Known for his Golden Globe and Emmy Award-winning performance as Sam Malone in the sitcom Cheers, Ted Danson has also donated generously to various Democratic campaigns. The actor, who has graced the cover of GQ thrice, is also an environmental activist and has co-founded the American Oceans Campaign and Oceana.org. 

Birthdate: February 4, 1948

Sun Sign: Aquarius

Birthplace: Detroit, Michigan

Alice Cooper is a singer-songwriter. In his career, spanning more than five decades, Alice Cooper has earned the nickname The Godfather of Shock Rock for his ability to produce a theatrical brand of rock aimed at shocking audiences. He is also credited with helping to shape the look and sound of heavy metal. Cooper has influenced musicians like Rob Zombie.

Birthdate: December 30, 1947

Sun Sign: Capricorn

Birthplace: Shard End

Jeff Lynne is an English multi-instrumentalist, record producer, singer, and songwriter. He is credited with co-founding the popular rock band Electric Light Orchestra. He is also credited with popularizing the band with his leadership skills following the exit of co-founder Roy Wood in 1972. In the 2020 Birthday Honours, Lynne was appointed OBE for services to music.

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Sam Neill

(Actor, Director and Producer Known for His Role as ‘Dr. Alan Grant’ in ‘Jurassic Park’ Film Series)

Birthdate: September 14, 1947

Sun Sign: Virgo

Birthplace: Omagh, Northern Ireland

Sam Neill is a New Zealand actor, screenwriter, film director, and producer. He is best known for his portrayal of Dr. Alan Grant in the Jurassic Park film series. Sam Neill is also known for his work in TV series like The Simpsons and Peaky Blinders. He is the recipient of several prestigious awards including the New Zealand Film Award.

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Carl Weathers

(Actor and Former American Professional Football Player Known for His Role as ‘Apollo Creed’ in ‘Rocky’ Film Series)

Birthdate: January 14, 1948

Sun Sign: Capricorn

Birthplace: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

Carl Weathers began his career as a football player, playing for the NFL team Oakland Raiders and the CFL team B.C. Lions. He stepped into acting with Arthur Marks’s blaxploitation films. He is best known as Apollo Creed from the Rocky films and as Greef Karga from The Mandalorian.

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David Letterman

(Television Host and Producer Best Known for His Long-Running Talk Show ‘Late Show with David Letterman’)

Birthdate: April 12, 1947

Sun Sign: Aries

Birthplace: Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Starting off as a radio weatherman, David Letterman has come a long way. He has been the longest-serving American late-night talk-show host and ranked 45th on TV Guide’s 50 Greatest TV Stars of All Time list. He later dabbled in production, with hit sitcoms such as Everybody Loves Raymond.

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Carlos Santana

(Mexican-American Guitarist Who was Member of the Rock Band 'Santana')

Birthdate: July 20, 1947

Sun Sign: Cancer

Birthplace: Autlán, Jalisco, Mexico

Guitarist Carlos Santana rose to fame in the late 1960s and 1970s with his rock band Santana. He introduced elements of Latin American jazz in his rock music to create unique songs. He is the recipient of ten Grammy Awards and three Latin Grammy Awards. Rolling Stone magazine listed him on its list of the 100 greatest guitarists in 2015.

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Larry David

(Best Known as The Cocreator of The Television series 'Seinfeld' & as The Star of 'Curb Your Enthusiasm')

Birthdate: July 2, 1947

Sun Sign: Cancer

Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York, United States

Comedian, writer, actor, director, and television producer Larry David is best known as the co-creator of the television series Seinfeld. He discovered his talent for comedy as a college student and began his career as a stand-up performer. After a few years of struggle, he achieved success and went on to become an accomplished actor, director, and producer.

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James Taylor

(Singer-Songwriter & Musician - One of the Best-Selling Artists of All Time)

Birthdate: March 12, 1948

Sun Sign: Pisces

Birthplace: Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Five-time Grammy Award-winning folk singer James Taylor is best known for his hits You've Got a Friend and Fire and Rain. One of Rolling Stone’s 100 Greatest Artists of All Time, he has sold over 100 million records worldwide and has also won the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

Birthdate: February 28, 1948

Sun Sign: Pisces

Birthplace: New York City, New York, United States

Bernadette Peters is an American actress, children's book author, and singer. She is known for contributing immensely to all three major acting mediums in an illustrious career spanning more than 60 years. Credited with co-founding an annual animal adopt-a-thon named Broadway Barks, Bernadette Peters was honored with the 2019 Prince Rainier III Award for her philanthropic activities.

Birthdate: October 29, 1947

Sun Sign: Scorpio

Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York, United States

Veteran actor Richard Dreyfus starred in many popular films during the 1970s and 1980s. In a career spanning over 55 years, he has received many prestigious awards, including one Academy Award for Best Actor. He is Jewish and participated in the historic Papal Concert to Commemorate the Shoah in 1994. Besides acting, he has co-authored a novel.

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Billy Crystal

(Actor, Comedian & Directed Who Has Hosted the Academy Awards Nine Times)

Birthdate: March 14, 1948

Sun Sign: Pisces

Birthplace: New York City, New York, United States

Billy Crystal is an American actor, filmmaker, television host, comedian, and singer. He is credited with hosting the Academy Awards nine times. In recognition of his contribution to the American entertainment industry, Crystal has been honored with six Primetime Emmys, a Mark Twain Prize, and a Tony Award. Also a philanthropist, Crystal has worked with non-profit organizations like Comic Relief.

Birthdate: March 19, 1947

Sun Sign: Pisces

Birthplace: Greenwich, Connecticut, United States

Regarded as one of the best actresses of her generation, Glenn Close holds the record for the most Academy Award nominations without a win for a female actor. Also an activist, she has campaigned for issues like mental health, women's rights, and gay marriage. In 2019, she was named in Time magazine's 100 most influential people in the world list.

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Tim Matheson

(Actor and Director Best Known for His Role in the TV Series ‘Jonny Quest’)

Birthdate: December 31, 1947

Sun Sign: Capricorn

Birthplace: Glendale, California, United States

Tim Matheson is best known for his Emmy-nominated role of Vice President John Hoynes in The West Wing. He had significant roles in Hart of Dixie and appeared as Ronald Reagan in the TV movie Killing Reagan. He has also voiced characters in the Batman franchise and other animated series.

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Joe Walsh

(Singer and Guitarist Who Was Member of Three Successful Rock Bands: 'The Eagles', 'James Gang' & 'Ringo Starr’)

Birthdate: November 20, 1947

Sun Sign: Scorpio

Birthplace: Wichita, Kansas, United States

Joe Walsh is an American guitarist, songwriter, and singer. Over the years Walsh has contributed to the success of popular rock bands such as Eagles and James Gang. In 1998, he was made an inductee of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. In 2011, he was ranked 54th on Rolling Stone magazine's 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time list.

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James Woods

(Best Known for His Roles in the Films: 'Salvador' and 'Ghosts of Mississippi')

Birthdate: April 18, 1947

Sun Sign: Aries

Birthplace: Vernal, Utah, United States

Mostly known for playing real-life characters, Emmy Award-winner James Woods began his career on stage. Fans adore him for his performances in the play Moonchildren, the series Holocaust, and the TV movie Too Big to Fail. He also played a significant voice role in the animated feature Hercules.

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John Carpenter

(American film director)

Birthdate: January 16, 1948

Sun Sign: Capricorn

Birthplace: Carthage, New York, United States

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James Patterson

(American Author Known for His Thrillers, Mysteries and Romance Novels)

Birthdate: March 22, 1947

Sun Sign: Aries

Birthplace: Newburgh, New York, United States

One of the highest-earning authors in the contemporary world, James Patterson is the writer of many mystery fictions which sold records copie globally. Born to working-class parents of Irish-origin, the American writer whose thriller novels include Alex Cross and Michael Bennett series is also a philanthropist and contributes to promoting reading. He founded the James Patterson PageTurner Awards.

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Joe Mantegna

(Actor)

Birthdate: November 13, 1947

Sun Sign: Scorpio

Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, United States

Height: 6'0" (183 cm)

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Iggy Pop

(Vocalist and Lyricist of Proto-Punk Band 'The Stooges')

Birthdate: April 21, 1947

Sun Sign: Taurus

Birthplace: Muskegon, Michigan, United States

Iggy Pop is an American singer-songwriter, actor, musician, and record producer. Nicknamed the Godfather of Punk, Iggy Pop was an important member of the proto-punk band Iggy and the Stooges. One of the first singers to perform stage-dive, Pop is credited with popularizing the activity. A culture icon, Iggy Pop has had a major influence on musicians of various genres.

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Kevin Kline

(Academy Award-Winning Actor, Who Has Also Appeared in Several Productions of Shakespeare's Plays)

Birthdate: October 24, 1947

Sun Sign: Scorpio

Birthplace: St. Louis, Missouri, United States

Academy Award-winning actor Kevin Kline initially studied the piano and even wished to major in music, before he switched to acting. Known for his stellar performances in films such as A Fish Called Wanda, Silverado, and French Kiss. He has also voiced characters in movies such as The Hunchback of Notre Dame.

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Salman Rushdie

(Indian-born British-American Author Best Known for His Novel ‘The Satanic Verses’)

Birthdate: June 19, 1947

Sun Sign: Gemini

Birthplace: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Salman Rushdie is a British Indian novelist whose work Midnight's Children is widely considered the best novel of all Booker Prize winners. In 2007, he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II for his services to literature. In 2008, he was ranked 13th in the 50 greatest British writers since 1945 list published by The Times.

Birthdate: April 2, 1947

Sun Sign: Aries

Birthplace: Birmingham, Alabama, United States

Emmylou Harris is an American musician, singer, and songwriter. Apart from being a bandleader, a solo artist, and an interpreter of other artists' works, Harris is also an activist; since 1999, she has been conducting Concerts for a Landmine Free World, an annual benefit tour. She is also an ardent supporter of animal rights organizations, such as PETA.

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Don Henley

(Founding Member, Drummer and Co-Lead Vocalist of the Rock Band 'The Eagles')

Birthdate: July 22, 1947

Sun Sign: Cancer

Birthplace: Gilmer, Texas, United States

Don Henley is an American record producer, singer, songwriter, and musician. A founding member of Eagles, Henley contributed immensely to the success of the band. Don Henley has also been successful as a solo artist, selling more than 10 million albums and winning two Grammy Awards. In 2008, Rolling Stone magazine named him among the greatest singers of all time.

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Michael McKean

(Known for Appearing in Television Series Like ‘Better Call Saul’ and ‘Laverne & Shirley’)

Birthdate: October 17, 1947

Sun Sign: Libra

Birthplace: New York, New York, United States

Michael McKean is best known as Lenny Kosnowski from Laverne & Shirley and Chuck McGill from Better Call Saul. A Kiss at the End of the Rainbow, a song he co-wrote for A Mighty Wind, won a Grammy. He has appeared in many projects of writer-director Christopher Guest.

Birthdate: June 1, 1947

Sun Sign: Gemini

Birthplace: Carmel, Flintshire

Jonathan Pryce is one of the most popular Welsh actors of all time. Renowned for his versatility, Pryce has contributed immensely across all the three major acting mediums: movies, television and theatre. Best known for his work in theatre, Pryce is a two-time winner of the prestigious Tony Award. In the 2009 Birthday Honours, Jonathan Pryce was appointed a CBE for services to drama.

Birthdate: August 24, 1947

Sun Sign: Virgo

Birthplace: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Brazilian novelist Paulo Coelho is best known for his iconic novel The Alchemist, which has been translated into about 70 languages. He was once sent to a mental institution by his parents for not following the usual career path. He dropped out of law school and became a hippie later.

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Gerald McRaney

(Best Known for His Roles in the TV Series ‘Simon & Simon’, ‘Major Dad’ and ‘Promised Land’)

Birthdate: August 19, 1947

Sun Sign: Leo

Birthplace: Collins, Mississippi, United States

Gerald McRaney is an American actor best known for contributing to the success of television shows, such as House of Cards, Simon & Simon, Promised Land, and Major Dad. Having played a Marine Corps officer and a veteran on-screen, McRaney has always been supportive of soldiers and veterans. He has also been a part of the Wounded Warrior Project.

Birthdate: December 11, 1947

Sun Sign: Sagittarius

Birthplace: Lakewood, Ohio, United States

Teri Garr is best known for her Academy Award-nominated role of Sandra Lester in Tootsie. Fans also loved her in Mr. Mom, One from the Heart, and After Hours. After revealing her long struggle with multiple sclerosis, she began raising awareness about the condition and retired from acting.

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Mick Fleetwood

(Musician)

Birthdate: June 24, 1947

Sun Sign: Cancer

Birthplace: Redruth, Cornwall, England

Height: 6'5" (196 cm)

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Kenny Loggins

(Singer-songwriter,)

Birthdate: January 7, 1948

Sun Sign: Capricorn

Birthplace: Everett, Washington, United States

Height: 6'4" (193 cm)

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John Ratzenberger

(Actor who portrayed Cliff Clavin on the comedy series Cheers, for which he earned two Primetime Emmy nominations)

Birthdate: April 6, 1947

Sun Sign: Aries

Birthplace: Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States

Height: 5'10" (178 cm)

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Alan Sugar

(British Business Magnate and Founder of Consumer Electronics Company 'Amstrad')

Birthdate: March 24, 1947

Sun Sign: Aries

Birthplace: London Borough of Hackney

Alan Sugar is a British business magnate, politician, author, and media personality. He is credited with founding the popular electronics company, Amstrad. He also co-owned the English football club Tottenham Hotspur from 1991 to 2001. Also a well-known philanthropist, Sugar donated £200,000 to the Labour Party in 2001. He has also donated for charities, such as Great Ormond Street Hospital.

Birthdate: June 21, 1947

Sun Sign: Gemini

Birthplace: South Pasadena, California

Meredith Baxter is best known for her portrayal of Elyse Keaton in the sitcom Family Ties. She also delivered Emmy-nominated roles in The Young and the Restless and Family. She is a breast-cancer survivor. After three heterosexual marriages, she started a relationship with and married her lesbian partner, Nancy Locke.

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Anne Archer

(Actress and Scientologist Best Known for Her Role as ‘Beth Gallagher’ in the Film ‘Fatal Attraction’)

Birthdate: August 24, 1947

Sun Sign: Virgo

Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States

Anne Archer is an American actress best known for playing Beth Rogerson Gallagher in the popular 1987 psychological thriller film Fatal Attraction, for which she received the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress nomination. A member of the Church of Scientology, Anne Archer served as a spokeswoman for Applied Scholastics, a literacy training organization created by L. Ron Hubbard.

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John Larroquette

(Actor played the role of Dan Fielding on the television series, Night Court before later having his own sitcom.)

Birthdate: November 25, 1947

Sun Sign: Sagittarius

Birthplace: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

Height: 6'4" (193 cm)

Birthdate: January 27, 1948

Sun Sign: Aquarius

Birthplace: Riga, Latvia

Latvian-born Russian-American dancer and choreographer Mikhail Baryshnikov was a prominent male classical dancer of the 1970s and 1980s. Born in Latvian SSR, he moved to America where he joined the New York City Ballet. Within years, he became one of the most widely recognized contemporary ballet dancers in the world. He is also a dramatic actor.

Birthdate: February 5, 1948

Sun Sign: Aquarius

Birthplace: Hollywood, California, United States

Barbara Hershey is an American actress who is widely regarded as one of the finest Hollywood actresses. She has several prestigious awards under her belt. From the late-1960s to mid-1970s, her acting career was overshadowed by her highly publicized personal life, which included her marriage with David Carradine.

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James Dyson

(Founder of ‘Dyson Ltd’ and Inventor of the Dual Cyclone Bagless Vacuum Cleaner)

Birthdate: May 2, 1947

Sun Sign: Taurus

Birthplace: Cromer, England

James Dyson is a British industrial designer, inventor, entrepreneur, and landowner. He is credited with founding the popular technology company, Dyson Ltd. He is also credited with inventing the Dual Cyclone bagless vacuum cleaner. Also known for his philanthropic activities, Dyson established the James Dyson Foundation to support engineering education and to inspire young people.

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Robert Englund

(Actor)

Birthdate: June 6, 1947

Sun Sign: Gemini

Birthplace: Glendale, California, United States

Height: 5'10" (178 cm)

Birthdate: August 29, 1947

Sun Sign: Virgo

Birthplace: Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Temple Grandin is an American activist and scientist. An outspoken proponent of the neurodiversity and autism rights movements, Grandin is one of the first individuals to document the insights gained from her own experience of autism. She has also authored over 60 scientific papers on animal behavior. Her life and work inspired the 2010 biographical drama film Temple Grandin.

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Robert Kiyosaki

(Businessman, Author and Founder of 'Rich Global LLC' and the 'Rich Dad Company')

Birthdate: April 8, 1947

Sun Sign: Aries

Birthplace: Hilo, Hawaii, United States

Robert Kiyosaki is an American author and businessman known for his internationally acclaimed book Rich Dad Poor Dad; his Rich Dad Poor Dad book series has sold more than 41 million copies worldwide after having been translated into 51 languages. Kiyosaki is also credited with founding the Rich Dad Company and Rich Global LLC, which filed for bankruptcy in 2012.

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Barbara Bach

(Actress)

Birthdate: August 27, 1947

Sun Sign: Virgo

Birthplace: Queens, New York City, New York, USA

Height: 5'7" (170 cm)

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Albert Brooks

(Actor, Comedian and Director Known for His Films: 'Broadcast News' and 'Drive')

Birthdate: July 22, 1947

Sun Sign: Cancer

Birthplace: Beverly Hills, California, United States

Albert Brooks is an American comedian, actor, writer, and director. Best known for his portrayal of a Jewish mobster in the action drama film Drive, Brooks has also played important roles in films like Broadcast News and Taxi Driver. Over the years, he has been honored with awards, such as the American Comedy Award and Boston Society of Film Critics Award.

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Ronnie Wood

(Best Known as a Member of the Rock Band 'Rolling Stones')

Birthdate: June 1, 1947

Sun Sign: Gemini

Birthplace: Hillingdon, England, United Kingdom

Ronnie Wood is a musician and songwriter. Over the years, Wood has been an important member of popular rock bands like the Rolling Stones, Jeff Beck Group, and Faces. He is one of the few musicians to be inducted twice into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. A cancer survivor, Wood serves as an inspiration to those fighting cancer.