One of the most celebrated actresses of the 20th century and an Emmy winner known for her role on “3rd Rock from the Sun” are among the celebrities who are celebrating birthdays today, Sept. 20.

In order of their ages, today’s featured birthdays are:

Phillip Phillips (35): A singer-songwriter who shot to fame after winning Season 11 of “American Idol” in 2012. His debut single, “Home,” became the best-selling coronation song in the show’s history, and his first album, “The World from the Side of the Moon,” went platinum. Phillips has since released multiple albums and toured extensively across the U.S. and beyond.

Kristen Johnston (58): An Emmy-winning actress best known for her comedic role as Sally Solomon on the hit sitcom “3rd Rock from the Sun.” She later starred in “The Exes” and had a recurring role on “Mom.” Johnston has also appeared in films like “Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me” and “Bride Wars,” and authored the bestselling memoir “Guts.”

Gary Cole (69): A versatile actor whose career spans stage, film, and television. He first gained attention in the late 1980s as the lead in “Midnight Caller” and later became known for roles in “The West Wing,” “Veep,” and “NCIS.” On the big screen, he’s remembered for his cult-favorite role as Bill Lumbergh in “Office Space,” and he’s also a prolific voice actor in animated series like “Family Guy” and “Bob’s Burgers.”

Sophia Loren (91): One of the most celebrated actresses of the 20th century, Loren rose from humble beginnings in Italy to become an international film icon. She won an Academy Award for her performance in “Two Women” (1960), making history as the first actor to win for a non-English-language role. With a career spanning seven decades, she remains a symbol of classic Hollywood glamour and Italian cinema.

— Generative AI was used to produce a draft of this story. It was reviewed and edited by Oregonian/OregonLive staff.