Michaëlle Jean
1957Haitian-born Canadian journalist who served as the 27th Governor General of Canada from 2005 to 2010, becoming the first black person to hold the office.
Famous Birthdays on September 6
4 notable people were born on September 6.
September 6 is the birth date of several notable figures in politics and sports. Born on this day are Michaëlle Jean, former Governor General of Canada; Portuguese politician José Sócrates; Nigerian footballer Joseph Yobo; and Paraguayan footballer Santiago Salcedo. These individuals, born between 1957 and 1981, have contributed to public service and international sports.
20th Century4 people
José Sócrates
1957Portuguese politician who served as Prime Minister from 2005 to 2011 and was later involved in corruption scandals related to his time in office.
politicianPortugal
Joseph Yobo
1980Nigerian defender who captained the Super Eagles and played over 100 international matches, competing in three World Cups between 2002-2014. He had a successful club career in Europe, notably with Fenerbahçe and Everton.
association football playerNigeria
Santiago Salcedo
1981Paraguayan midfielder who represented his country internationally and played for various clubs in South American leagues.
association football playerParaguay
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the most famous person born on September 6?
Michaëlle Jean, born in 1957, is a well-known figure born on September 6. She was Governor General of Canada from 2005 to 2010 and later Secretary-General of the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie.
Are there any politicians born on September 6?
Yes, Michaëlle Jean, the former Governor General of Canada, and José Sócrates, the former Prime Minister of Portugal, were both born on September 6, 1957.
Which athletes were born on September 6?
Joseph Yobo, a Nigerian footballer born in 1980 who captained the national team, and Santiago Salcedo, an Argentine footballer born in 1981, are notable athletes born on this date.