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Born on This Day: September 16

Discover the notable figures from history born on September 16th — from artists and inventors to leaders who shaped the world. Dates for earlier events may be approximate.

1386 CE, Sep. 16

Henry V of England (1386–1422)

English king whose military victories in France and political leadership made him a central figure of the Hundred Years’ War.

1838 CE, Sep. 16

James J. Hill (1838–1916)

Canadian-American railroad builder whose Great Northern Railway reshaped transportation, settlement, and trade in the northwestern United States.

1893 CE, Sep. 16

Albert Szent-Györgyi (1893–1986)

Hungarian-American biochemist whose isolation of vitamin C and research on cellular oxidation advanced modern medicine.

1924 CE, Sep. 16

Lauren Bacall (1924–2014)

American actor whose distinctive voice and screen presence influenced film noir and modern acting.

1925 CE, Sep. 16

B. B. King (1925–2015)

American guitarist and singer whose expressive style became foundational to modern blues and rock music.

1927 CE, Sep. 16

Peter Falk (1927–2011)

American actor whose portrayal of Columbo transformed television detective drama.

1934 CE, Sep. 16

George Chakiris (b. 1934)

American actor and dancer whose performances contributed to the modern film musical.

1956 CE, Sep. 16

David Copperfield (b. 1956)

American illusionist whose large-scale productions transformed modern stage magic and televised entertainment.

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Born on This Day: September 16

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Henry V of England (1386–1422)

1838 CE, Sep. 16 Copy URL