Athletes born on April 16

Take a focused look at the athletes born on April 16. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1947 Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

  Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is an American former professional basketball player widely regarded as one of the greatest in the history of the sport. Playing the majority of his career for the Milwaukee Bucks and Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA, he holds the record for points scored in NBA history. Beyond basketball, Abdul-Jabbar is also known for his activism, writing, and … [bio]