Lila Downs
1968Mexican-American singer-songwriter known for blending traditional Mexican folk music with contemporary genres, often performing in multiple languages.
Famous Birthdays on September 9
12 notable people were born on September 9.
September 9 is the birth date of twelve notable individuals throughout history, including several political leaders and cultural figures. Notable figures born on this day include Filipino statesman Sergio Osmeña (1878), Italian writer Cesare Pavese (1908), and Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono (1949). It is also the birthday of Haitian filmmaker Raoul Peck (1953) and Emirati diplomat Ali Bujsaim (1959).
20th Century11 people
Akshay Kumar
1967Bollywood actor and former martial artist known as 'Khiladi Kumar' who has appeared in over 100 films and is known for performing his own stunts.
Raoul Peck
1953Haitian filmmaker and director best known for his documentary 'I Am Not Your Negro' about James Baldwin, which received an Academy Award nomination in 2017.
Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono
1949Sixth President of Indonesia (2004-2014) and former military general who was the first directly elected president in Indonesian history.
Alex Song
1987Cameroonian midfielder who earned 47 caps for his country and played over 200 games for Arsenal in the Premier League. He also had spells at Barcelona and West Ham United during his European career.
association football playerCameroon
Luka Modrić
1985Croatian midfielder widely regarded as one of the greatest players of his generation, winner of the 2018 Ballon d'Or and key player in Croatia's runner-up finish at the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
association football playerCroatia
Goran Višnjić
1972Croatian actor best known internationally for his role as Dr. Luka Kovač on the medical drama ER and appearances in films like The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo.
Cesare Pavese
1908 – 1950Italian novelist, poet and translator best known for works like 'The Moon and the Bonfires' who became a major figure in post-war Italian literature.
Ri Myong-guk
1986Goalkeeper who played for North Korea at the 2010 FIFA World Cup and has been the national team's primary keeper for over a decade.
association football playerNorth Korea
Yeldos Smetov
1992Olympic judoka who won bronze medals at the 2016 Rio Olympics and 2021 Tokyo Olympics in the men's 60kg weight category.
judokaKazakhstan
Ali Bujsaim
1959International football referee who officiated at the 1994 FIFA World Cup and multiple AFC Asian Cup tournaments during the 1990s.
association football refereeUnited Arab Emirates
19th Century1 person
Sergio Osmeña
1878 – 1961Fourth president of the Philippines (1944-1946) who led the government during the final years of World War II and the transition to independence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the most famous person born on September 9?
Sergio Osmeña, born on September 9, 1878, was the 4th President of the Philippines, serving from 1944 to 1946. Other notable individuals born on this date include Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and Italian writer Cesare Pavese.
Are there any presidents born on September 9?
Yes, two presidents share this birthdate. Sergio Osmeña, the Philippines' 4th President, was born in 1878, and Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, the 6th President of Indonesia, was born in 1949. Both contributed significantly to their countries' history.
What famous writers were born on September 9?
Italian novelist and poet Cesare Pavese, born on September 9, 1908, wrote works like 'The Moon and the Bonfires' and was a key literary figure in 20th-century Italy until his death in 1950.