1950 - Singer Stevie Wonder born

On May 13, 1950, Stevland Hardaway Judkins—better known as Stevie Wonder—was born in Saginaw, Michigan. Blind since shortly after birth, Wonder overcame adversity to become one of the most influential and celebrated musicians of all time. Signed to Motown at just 11 years old, his prolific career redefined soul, pop, R&B, and funk music. With hits like \”Superstition,\” \”Sir Duke,\” and \”Isn’t She Lovely,\” Wonder won over 20 Grammy Awards and an Academy Award, using his platform to advocate for civil rights and disability awareness. In 1981, he was instrumental in the campaign to make Martin Luther King Jr.\’s birthday a national holiday. His fusion of music, activism, and spiritual insight has inspired generations worldwide. Stevie Wonder’s birth on May 13 is more than a musical milestone—it marks the arrival of a genius whose artistry and activism transformed American culture.