Today’s Happy Birthday wishes of July 16 goes out to Wizkid, Michael Otedola, Yinka Davies, Azubuike Egwuekwe, Jeff Varem and Chigozie Udoji. Other birthdays in Nigerian history includes Anthony Ukpo 1947, (igerian governor), Sahabi Alhaji Yaú 1956, (Nigerian politician), Sarah Adegoke 1997, (Highest ranked Nigerian tennis player) as well as Janet Febisola Adeyemi 1958, (President of Women in Mining in Nigeria) born in Ondo state and all the other famous 100 people and celebrities with birthdays today.
The rest are Ricky Owubokiri, a Nigerian footballer born in 1961 at Port Harcourt, Wilson Siewari (Olympic wrestler) born in 1973, and Oluoma Nwoke (Nigerian relay sprinter) born in 1987. We will not forget to mention Yakubu Adesokan (Paralympic powerlifter) born in 1979, Endurance Ofem (Nigerian cricketer) born in 1982, and Patience Kalu (Nigerian professional footballer) born in 1996.
Today’s 16 July Birthday celebrations are currently ongoing in United Kingdom for Katrina Kaif, a British Indian film actress and model born in 1983 at British Hong Kong, Gareth Bale, a Welsh association football player born in 1989 at Cardiff and Fatboy Slim, a British DJ, musician, and record producer born in 1963 at London Borough of Bromley.
Ghana Celebrity Birthdays includes C-Real, a Ghanaian hip hop musician and rapper born in 1984 at Hohoe, Mark Anthony Awere, a Ghanaian long jumper born in 1971.
Ghanaian politician celebrating their birthday today includes; Mohammed Hardi Tuferu born 1969, Ebenezer Gilbert Nii Narh Nartey born 1979 as well as Abrah Comfort Rosemond born 1950.
Few Ghanaian Footballers have their birthdays today 16 July includes Robbie Russell, an American-Ghanaian soccer player born in 1979 at Accra and Fatawu Safiu, born in 1994 a4 at Techiman.
In the US, Will Ferrell a popular American actor, writer, and comedian born in 1967 at Irvine, is celebrating his birthday today with Corey Feldman 1917, (an actor born in Los Angeles), and Phoebe Cates (American film actress, model, and entrepreneur – 1963). Other American actors celebrating birthday for 16 July includes Rosa Salazar 1985, Barry Sanders 1968 (American football running back, Pro Football Hall of Famer), Milly Shapiro 2002, and Bobby Lashley, an American professional wrestler and mixed martial artist born in 1976 at Houston.
You can scroll down to browse through and see photos of famous people in history and other popular celebrities turning a year older on July 16th. From there, you can additionally learn an interesting fact about each of them, their age and their profession.
Top Famous Birthdays on July, 16 2024
Wizkid Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun turns 33 years
Wizkid, whose real name is Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, is a Nigerian musical celebrity. He was born in Lagos on 16 July 1990 with the Cancer Birth sign. In Nigeria, he’s among the leading voice in the global Afrobeats movement. His music blends Afrobeats with pop, R&B, and other influences, creating a unique sound. Wizkid started young, recording at just 11 years old. He signed with a major label in 2009 and has been churning out hits ever since. His collaboration with Tems, “Essence,” became a global smash, reaching the US Billboard Hot 100 and putting Afrobeats on the worldwide map.
Michael Otedola Remembrance (1926 – 2014)
Michael Otedola, not to be confused with his billionaire son Femi, was a prominent figure in Nigerian politics and journalism. He was born in July 16 1926, he built his career in political path. After studying journalism in London, he became a reporter in England before returning to Nigeria. He then transitioned to politics, serving as Governor of Lagos State during the short-lived Third Republic (1992-1993). After leaving office, Otedola remained active, writing, consulting for businesses, and engaging in philanthropy. He’s remembered for his contributions to both media and governance in Nigeria. He died in 2014 at 87 years old.
Yinka Davis turns 54 years
Yinka Davies is a multi-talented Nigerian entertainer who’s been a fixture in the industry for nearly three decades. She was born in July 16 1970 to later be a gifted vocalist, dancer, and songwriter. Her music career began in the 90s and she’s released several successful albums.
But Yinka’s talents goes beyond music. She’s also a talented actress who’s appeared in popular TV shows and movies. You might recognize her from “Everyday People” or “Witches.” Her influence goes even further – she’s been a judge on the reality show Nigerian Idol, helping discover new musical talent. On top of it all, Yinka is a dedicated philanthropist, particularly when it comes to raising awareness and advocating for breast cancer treatment and support.
Azubuike Egwuekwe turns 35 years
Azubuike Egwuekwe, was born in July 16 1989 is a strong football defender nicknamed “Big Az,”. People call him a veteran of Nigerian football because of Strong Center Back position and playing skills. Egwuekwe, stands at an impressive 6ft 5in and plays as a center back, known for his strength and physical presence on the field.
His Club Career Highlights are very impressive. He has played for several Nigerian clubs including Warri Wolves and Rivers United, along with stints in Finland with KuPS and South Africa with SuperSport United. Egwuekwe represented Nigeria’s national team, the Super Eagles, from 2012 to 2015, earning 35 caps and scoring 2 goals. He was even part of the squad that won the 2013 African Cup of Nations. Recently, Egwuekwe spoke out about the importance of including players from the Nigerian Premier Football League in the national team.
Bobby Lashley turns 40 years
Bobby Lashley, a force to be reckoned with, isn’t just a professional wrestler, he’s also a former mixed martial artist. Booby’s birthday is on July 16 1976. He has an 8-time world champion title, holding the WWE Championship twice, the ECW World Championship twice, and the TNA World Heavyweight Championship a whopping four times.
Before entering the squared circle, Lashley dominated in collegiate wrestling. He won three National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) National Wrestling Championships and was a four-time wrestling All-American at Missouri Valley College.
He also has a Military Background. Just like his father’s, Lashley served in the United States Army and continued to compete in wrestling through the Army’s World Class Athlete Program. After his initial WWE run, Lashley pursued a successful career in mixed martial arts, competing in Bellator MMA and Strikeforce. Lashley returned to WWE in 2018 and has only grown stronger. He’s held the United States Championship three times and the Intercontinental Championship twice. Currently, he’s a dominant force on the SmackDown brand, leading his stable “The Pride.”
Infamous People with birthdays today July 15 in Nigeria and Ghana
Birthdays in 16 July for infamous people in Nigeria and its neighbor, Ghana includes Charles Princess Mary Okwy, Adetunji Abidemi Adebunmi, Olaitan Modupe, Faith Ehi (Ajehi), Yola Smith, Temitope Felicia, and Uju ikenna. Mr. UMMAHANI ALIYU, Agnes Marshall, Joseph Nwabueze, KEHINDE JESUTOFUNMI, Maximilian Ochiagha, Odufogbon Olufunke and Iwuchukwu Chinwendu also have birthdays on July 16th.
Others includes Oladimeji Adenike Olajumoke, Cecilia Idang, Duru Doris Chiamaka, Odulaja Oluwaseyi, Ayoo Oluwafemi, Yusuf banki Abdullahi and DUMBIRI JESSICA.
There’s also Oluwakemi Irewolede, Ijeh Okonjo, Blessing Lawrence, Ikhide Juliet, Vuyisile Maseko, Maureen Ibeh, Zainab Isa, Grace (Adajie), Ololade Akala, and Chichi Sunshine, who are among others too many to mention.
Celebrities with birthdays today July 16 in United States of America
There is a short list of Famous People’s Birthdays, for July 16, in United States including Richard Marx 1969, an American adult contemporary and pop/rock singer, songwriter, musician and record producer. Movie actors and actresses includes Barbara Stanwyck 1907, Ginger Rogers 1911, Alexandra Shipp 1991, Jayma Mays 1979, and Jesse Jane 1980 (American pornographic actress).
More Celebrity Birthdays are expected to come with birthday wishes too for people like Kevin Abstract, an American rapper, Band member born in 1996 at Corpus Christi and Stewart Copeland an American musician; drummer of The Police born in 1952 Alexandria.
Larry Sanger 1968, an American former professor, co-founder of Wikipedia, founder of Citizendium and other projects and Scott Derrickson 1966, an American screenwriter and film director are not left out.
In United states history, other birthday remembrance includes; Barry Seal 1939, an American smuggler of drugs and arms, aircraft pilot, dealer, and money launderer born at Baton Rouge, Assata Shakur an American activist who was a member of the Black Panther Party and Black Liberation Army born in 1947 at United States of America.
We still have Ida B. Wells 1862, an African-American journalist, newspaper editor, suffragist, sociologist, early leader in the civil rights movement born in Holly Springs. Jimmy Johnson 1943, an American football coach, American college football player, American college football coach, Super Bowl champion born in Port Arthur also has birthday on July 16.
More Famous Actors with birthdays today July 16 in USA
- Daryl Mitchell (actor) 1965, born at the The Bronx
- AnnaLynne McCord (American actress) 1987, born in Atlanta
- Michael Flatley (Irish-American step dancer) 1958, born in Chicago
- Carli Lloyd (American association football player) 1982, born in Delran Township
- James Maslow (American actor, model, songwriter and singer) 1990, born in NYC
- Tim Ryan (Politician – U.S. Representative from Ohio) 1973, born in Niles
- Chris Pontius (American actor) 1974, born in Pasadena
- Rain Pryor (American actor and comedian) 1969, born in Los Angeles
- Phil Hellmuth (American poker player) 1964, born in Madison
- Zach Randolph (American basketball player) 1981, born in Marion
- Mary Baker Eddy (American religious leader) 1821, born in Concord
- Jordan Matthews (American football player) 1992, born in Madison
- Tony Kushner (American playwright and screenwriter) 1956, born in Manhattan
- Faye Grant (Hollywood actress) 1957, born in St. Clair Shores
- Tony Ressler (American chief executive) 1959, born in United state
- Orville Redenbacher (American businessman) 1907, born in Brazil
- Billy Mitchell (American electronic sports player video game player) 1965, born in Holyoke
Famous Birthdays for July 16 United Kingdom
Famous People’s Birthdays, for July 16, in United Kingdom are numerous. However, Celebrity Birthdays must be celebrated. Therefore, we are sending birthday wishes to Douglas Murray, a British political commentator and far-right activist/author, born in 1979 at Hammersmith, Andros Townsend, an English association football player, Julie Adenuga, a British-Nigeria Radio Presenter, born in London and Johnny Vaughan, an English television and radio presenter born in 1966 at Barnet.
Let us not forget to send a heart warming happy birthday celebration messages to Tom Taylor, a British child actor born in 2001 at Surrey, Katie McGlynn, also a British actor born in 1993 Rochdale, and Ruby Barnhill British actress born in 2004 at Cheshire.
New birthday celebrations includes; Kortney Hause an English association football player born in 1995 at London, Jacqueline Gold an English businesswoman born in 1960 at Bromley and James MacMillan a Scottish composer and conductor born in 1959 at Kilwinning. Included to the list are Johnny McKinstry, a Northern Irish football coach born in 1985 at Lisburn, Rosi Sexton 1977 born at Versailles and Ahmed Mansour (an Egyptian television presenter/journalist).
List of Historical Birthdays on 16 July in UK
- Corin Redgrave 1939, a British actor born in Marylebone
- Joshua Reynolds 1723, an English painter, specialising in portraits born in Plympton
- Frances Grey 1517, an English Duchess of Suffolk born in Hertfordshire
- Lady Caroline Blackwood 1931, British model born in Greater London
- William Hill (businessman) 1903, an English founder of William Hill the bookmakers
- Anita Brookner 1928, a British novelist and art historian born in London
- Matt Healy 1970, a British actor born in Paisley
- Shirley Hughes 1927, an English children’s writer and illustrator born in Liverpool
Other popular or historical birthdays on July 16th
- Angharad Rees an Actress, jewellery designer born in 1944 at Edgware
- Frank Field (British politician) born in 1942 at Edmonton
- Richard LeParmentier an actor from the United States born in 1946 at Pittsburgh
- Vernon Bogdanor, a British political scientist born in 1943 at Staines-upon-Thames
- Ana Paula Arósio, Brazilian model and actress born in 1975 at São Paulo
- Anthony Julius, a British lawyer born in 1956
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