Famous Birthdays on May 24

Bengali poet, musician and revolutionary writer known as the 'Rebel Poet' who became the national poet of Bangladesh. His works inspired the independence movement and he wrote over 4,000 songs and poems.

Military dictator who ruled Burma from 1962 to 1988, establishing an isolationist socialist state and suppressing political opposition for over two decades.

Internationally acclaimed Kazakh singer known for his six-octave vocal range and performances across multiple genres including classical, pop, and traditional music.

Pop singer and Eurovision Song Contest 2004 winner with 'Wild Dances,' later became a member of parliament and political activist.

American singer-songwriter (born 1941)

Moldovan economist and politician who has served as President of Moldova since 2020, advocating for European integration and anti-corruption reforms.

Former military officer who served as Myanmar's Acting President in 2018 and briefly again during the 2021 military coup.

Lawyer and politician who served as Speaker of Uganda's Parliament from 2011 to 2021, becoming the first woman to hold that position.

Turkish economist and politician who served as Prime Minister from 1993 to 1996, becoming Turkey's first and only female head of government.

Uruguayan defender who captained Uruguay to victory in the first World Cup in 1930 and is considered one of the greatest captains in football history.

Honduran center-back who played over 150 MLS matches for San Jose Earthquakes and Minnesota United, winning the MLS Cup in 2003. He earned more than 70 caps for Honduras including at the 2014 World Cup.

Kazakhstani weightlifter who won gold medals in the 94kg category at the 2012 London Olympics and multiple World Championships.

Serves as the 4th Prime Minister of Uzbekistan since 2016, appointed by President Mirziyoyev. He previously held various ministerial positions in the Uzbek government.