Famous birthdays for May 29: Carmelo Anthony, Mel B
1 of 3 | Carmelo Anthony smiles as he talks to the media after being introduced as a member of the Naismith Class of 2025 in San Antonio, Texas, on April 5. The NBA legend turns 41 on May 29. File Photo by Aaron Josefczyk/UPI | License Photo
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