Born on June 17th? You share your birthday with Kendrick Lamar, Leander Paes, Amrita Rao | Today’s news
If you were born on June 17, you share your birthday with a list of popular people, including actors, athletes, Indian celebrities and more. These people come from various walks of life and contribute significantly to entertainment, sports, music and other industries.
From rapper Kendrick Lamar to tennis player Venus Williams and Amrita Rao, Lisa Haydon and India’s Leander Paese, see who was born on June 17.
Amrita Rao
A popular face in Hindi cinema, Amrita Rao has carved a niche for herself with the image of the girl next door. She rose to prominence with films like Ishq Vishk, Main Hoon Na and Vivah, which became one of the defining romantic dramas of her career. Known for her graceful screen presence and family-friendly roles, Rao has often been seen as a refreshing alternative to Bollywood’s glamour-centric roles. She was last seen in Jolly LLB 3 opposite Akshay Kumar, Arshad Warsi and Huma Qureshi.
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Leander Paes
The star tennis player Leander Paes is mainly known for his remarkable achievements in doubles and mixed doubles. Paes, an Olympic bronze medalist at the 1996 Atlanta Games, has a career spanning more than three decades and has won several Grand Slam titles. In addition, his professional break-up with long-time doubles partner Mahesh Bhupathi and his highly publicized personal relationships have made headlines from time to time. Ahead of the West Bengal polls, Paes joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
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Lisa Haydon
Model-actress Lisa Haydon, who has become one of the most recognizable faces of Bollywood today, has turned her pivotal roles into iconic roles. She has acted in films like Queen, Housefull 3 and Ae Dil Hai Mushkil. Haydon also has a successful career in fashion and lifestyle. She is married to British businessman Dino Lalvani and they have three children – Zack, Leo and Lara.
Sona Mohapatra
Singer, composer and performer Sona Mohapatra is known for her hit songs like Ambarsariya, Naina and Rupaiyya. She was a vocal supporter of women’s rights and gender equality. Mohapatra has often attracted the attention of netizens for her outspoken views on social and industrial issues. Her public criticism of several Bollywood personalities such as Salman Khan and Jacqueline Fernandez, especially during the #MeToo movement, has garnered both praise and controversy.
Cristiano Ronaldo Jr
Cristiano Ronaldo Jr is the eldest son of football legend Cristiano Ronaldo. Despite his young age, he has attracted significant worldwide attention due to his footballing potential and appearances in youth academies linked to clubs where his father once played. Several videos of the youngster have often gone viral, leading many fans to speculate about his future in professional football.
Venus Williams
Serena Williams’ sister, Venus Williams, is said to have transformed the sport through her career. A multiple Grand Slam singles champion and former world number one, Williams played a key role in raising the profile of women’s tennis alongside her sister Serena. She also fought for equal prize money in tennis. While her career was hugely celebrated, a 2017 car accident that resulted in her death led to legal scrutiny, even though an inquest found her innocent.
Kendrick Lamar
One of the most influential musicians of the 21st century, Kendrick Lamar has made a huge contribution to modern hip-hop. We are from his best albums like Good Kid, mAAd city, To Pimp a Butterfly and DAMN. He earned critical acclaim and commercial success with DAMN. It made history as the first non-classical or jazz work to win a Pulitzer Prize for music. Lamar’s work often explores themes of race, identity, inequality, and personal growth. His infamous feud with fellow rapper Drake has remained one of the biggest controversies in the music industry.
