Happy Birthday to Richard Carpenter! Richard Carpenter is a talented musician, composer, and the co-founder of the popular music duo “The Carpenters.” He was born on October 15, 1946. Together with his sister Karen Carpenter, he created a timeless body of work that includes hits like “Close to You,” “We’ve Only Just Begun,” and “Rainy Days and Mondays.” Their music has left a lasting legacy and continues to be loved by fans around the world. Here’s to celebrating Richard Carpenter’s contributions to the world of music!