Happy birthday to Drake, PewDiePie and Kevin Kline. October 24 brings another round of star power, and this year’s birthday list is packed with familiar faces, according to TVOvermind’s birthday roundup for the day.
Leading the celebrations is Canadian rapper and singer Drake, who turns 40 on October 24, 2026. Blending introspective lyrics with catchy melodies, Drake transformed modern hip-hop after making his television debut on Degrassi, and went on to dominate music charts with record-breaking albums like Take Care, Scorpion and Certified Lover Boy, while collecting five Grammys.
Drake at 40: a career like no other
Drake, who also owns the OVO Sound label, has spent more than a decade at the top of the charts, and his 40th birthday is a milestone for an artist who has shaped the sound of a generation. Fans have been sharing birthday messages online, celebrating everything from his early Degrassi days to his latest chart records.
A little-known fact noted in the roundup: his uncle Larry Graham played bass for the famed funk and soul group Sly and the Family Stone, a musical legacy that runs in the family.
Also celebrating on October 24 is Swedish YouTuber Felix Kjellberg, known online as PewDiePie, who turns 37. Renowned for his energetic Let’s Play commentary, PewDiePie became a defining figure of internet culture, amassing over 100 million subscribers with gaming walkthroughs and comedy skits.
Kevin Kline, Daya and more
Actor Kevin Kline turns 79 on October 24, celebrated for his razor-sharp comedic timing and classical stage presence. He won an Academy Award for A Fish Called Wanda and earned three Tony Awards for his Broadway achievements, and remains a dedicated advocate for diabetes research, according to the roundup.
Before switching to drama at Indiana University, Kline trained as an aspiring classical pianist, a detail that surprises many fans. Singer Daya, who captured global attention with her empowering pop vocals and earned a Grammy for her collaboration on “Don’t Let Me Down” with The Chainsmokers, turns 28.
Daya, who learned to play piano, guitar, ukulele, saxophone and flute during her childhood in Pennsylvania, rounds out a birthday list that spans music, film, television and the internet.
A day of star birthdays
October 24 has always been a strong day for celebrity birthdays, and 2026 is no exception. From Drake’s 40th to Kline’s 79th, the list covers generations of talent, and fans have been sharing their own birthday connections in the comments.
Whether you share your day with Drake, PewDiePie, Kevin Kline or Daya, October 24 is a reminder of how many beloved stars were born on the same date, and how much they have given audiences over the years. Happy birthday to them all.
