Singers born on February 16

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

• 1935 Sonny Bono

  Sonny Bono was an American singer, songwriter, producer, and politician, best known as one half of the musical duo Sonny & Cher. He later served as the mayor of Palm Springs, California, and as a U.S. Congressman. [bio]

• 1990 The Weeknd

  The Weeknd is a Canadian singer, songwriter, and record producer known for his distinctive singing voice, genre-blending music, and atmospheric production style. Rising to fame in the early 2010s, he achieved international acclaim with hits like 'Can't Feel My Face', 'The Hills', and 'Blinding Lights'. [bio]