Michael Stipe, lead singer of R.E.M., known for songs ... Hurts" and "Man on the Moon," turns 65 on Saturday. Here are 25 photos of the singer and activist.

(CMa/ML - Photo: Etienne Tordoir) Photo: Michael Stipe of R.E.M. backstage at the Torhout Festival (Belgium) on July 1, 1989 Be sure to read all our articles on MSN by subscribing to our content.