Black Birthdays for February 12th: RG III, Bill Russell and More

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Every day of Black History Month this February we will alert you to the birthdays of the many celebrities, activists, athletes and more who have helped push our causes forward and make history.

Below you will find the individuals, both still alive and those who have passed away, who are celebrating their birthdays.

– Happy 23rd Birthday to Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III.

– Happy 79th Birthday to NBA legend and Boston Celtics great Bill Russell.

– Happy 24th Birthday to R&B star Elle Varner.

– Happy 57th Birthday to late night talk show legend Arsenio Hall.

– Happy 49th Birthday to noted fashion designer Tracy Reese.