Born under the sign of Taurus, individuals born on May 16th have a courageous personality and a strong inner drive to succeed. While these people may often be quick tempered, they usually possess a strong desire to achieve balance and harmony among their peer group. People born on this day thrive on attention and recognition for their strong work ethic and attitude. Though these individuals are born with strong personalities that may often clash with others, they are well liked by most and are loyal friends. May 16th natives are enthusiastic beings and tend to be the life of any party.
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With her sharp facial features and stunning figure, actress Megan Fox is undoubtedly a head-turner! Making her debut in the early 2000s as a teenager, she has come a long way in Hollywood and is today counted among the most beautiful and sexiest women in entertainment. She has been featured on various magazine covers as well.
A member of the prominent Jackson family, Janet Jackson is a singer, songwriter, actress, and dancer. Popularly known for her innovative and socially conscious songs, she was considered a sex icon in her youth. Beginning her career as a teenager, she went on to become one of the world's best-selling music artists of all time.
Thomas Brodie-Sangster is a British actor who gained international recognition after playing Jojen Reed in one of the most popular TV series of all time, Game of Thrones. Known for playing characters younger than his actual age, Brodie-Sangster played a 15-year-old in the film Death of a Superhero, which has achieved cult status.
From working as a construction foreman to a regular visitor to the state prisons in California, Danny Trejo's future looked bleak. However, his boxing skills came to his rescue as he landed the job of training Eric Roberts for a boxing scene in one of his movies. Eventually, Trejo became a film star and part of an incredible rags-to-riches story.
Irish-American actor and film producer Pierce Brosnan is best known for playing secret agent James Bond in the Bond film series. As a young man, he trained at the Drama Centre London and made his acting debut soon after. First gaining fame as a TV actor, he didn’t take long to enter films as well.
David Boreanaz is an American actor, director, and television producer. He came into prominence after playing Angel on the popular supernatural drama TV series Buffy the Vampire Slayer. He is also credited with co-founding Chrome Girl, a nail polish line, along with his wife Jaime Bergman and their friends Aaron Ravo and Melissa.
Initially an aspiring criminologist, Debra Winger vowed to pursue her dream of acting after a major accident. The 3-time Academy Award-nominated actor soared to fame with films such as An Officer and a Gentleman and Shadowlands. She also delivered an Emmy-nominated role in the TV movie Dawn Anna.
Bulgarian tennis star Grigor Dimitrov had had a career-high ranking of number 3 in singles. The most successful player in Bulgarian tennis history, he has also been in the news for his relationship with Maria Sharapova. Known for his acrobatics and athleticism, he was initially named Baby Federer.
Lynn Collins is an American actress best known for playing Kayla Silverfox in X-Men Origins: Wolverine and The Wolverine. Although her portrayal of Kayla increased her popularity, Collins’ depiction of Portia in the 2004 romantic drama film, The Merchant of Venice, proved to be a turning point in her acting career. On the personal front, Collins is a spiritual person.
Gabriela Sabatini is an Argentine former professional tennis player. One of the leading female tennis players in the 1980s and 1990s, she amassed 41 titles, including the WTA Finals in 1988 and the 1990 US Open. She was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 2006. Also a businesswoman, she runs a line of fragrances.
Yvonne Craig was an American actress best known for her portrayal of Batgirl in the iconic 1960s TV series Batman. Such was her popularity that she was called a pioneer of female superheroes during the 1960s. Also remembered for her skills as a ballet dancer, Yvonne Craig's training as a ballerina helped her a lot while performing stunts in Batman.
Nancy Ajram is a Lebanese singer and businesswoman. She began performing as a child and was just 15 when she released her debut album. As a young woman, she became known as a sex symbol. She has sold millions of records worldwide and is one of the best-selling Middle Eastern music artists. She has numerous accolades to her name.
Television presenter and political commentator, Tucker Carlson, is both a popular and controversial figure. His support for Donald Trump has made him popular among Republicans while his racist, misogynistic, and anti-immigration stance has earned him the ire of progressive citizens. He is the author of two books, one of which is a New York Times #1 bestseller.
Olga Korbut is a former gymnast who represented the Soviet Union in two Olympic Games, winning four gold medals and two silver medals. Nicknamed the Sparrow from Minsk, Korbut also participated in the 18th Artistic Gymnastics World Championships where she won two gold medals and four silver medals. In 1988, she was inducted into the International Gymnastics Hall of Fame.
Finnish-born American singer, actor, voice artist and Second World War veteran George Gaynes served the Royal Netherlands Navy during the war. He later immigrated to the US and became a US citizen before commencing his career in acting on Broadway. He is most noted for his performances in the Police Academy series and in the satirical romantic comedy film Tootsie.
Pulitzer Prize-winning American author Studs Terkel is remembered for his contribution to American history and for his book The Good War. Initially aspiring to be a lawyer, he later became a radio actor. He also interviewed people for his show Studs’s Place and published bestselling oral histories such as Division Street.
Personality Traits & Characteristics of Famous People Born on May 16
Personality
People born on May 16th may often seem hard headed and quick tempered. Because of this, others may be quick to judge these individuals on the basis of their fiery nature. However, these individuals tend to desire group harmony and cooperation. While the first impression of these individuals is often one of boorishness, their hardened personality is often a facade. These individuals tend to open up more to those they consider to be close friends.
Health
These individuals are hard workers and dedicated in their professions. Rarely having adequate time for exercise or preparing proper meals, they tend to have weight problems. They may heavily rely on fast food and because of this, are prone to ulcers and early onset strokes. These individuals should make the effort to dedicate some time to their personal health and well-being.
Finance
People born on this day typically safeguard their money. As such, those who are close to them may regard them as being "cheap" or miserly. However, May 16th individuals are wise with their finances and take care to build a substantial account, which will help enable them to retire early.
Career
Natural hard workers, these people are often pursued and sought after by large corporations and employers. May 16th natives possess work ethics and are known for putting in long hours at the office, often staying past closing time. Because of their drive to succeed, these individuals make wonderful lawyers, small business owners and entrepreneurs.
Relationships, Marriage & Children
Because these individuals are committed to their work, their personal relationships often suffer. Though they may have several work acquaintance, they have few close friends, due to the lack of free time to cultivate meaningful friendships and relationships. Due to this, these individuals typically stay single until middle age, never seeming to be able to slow down to form romantic attachments. Unfortunately, these people are no strangers to divorce either, and may go through several romantic partners before finding the right one. Because of these reasons, they don't tend to have a large brood of children and may typically remain childless.
Lucky Colors: Maroon, Orange, Bright Yellow
Lucky Numbers: 11, 27
Lucky Days (of the week): Tuesday, Sunday
Lucky Days (of the month): 2, 7, 16
