Aries Celebrities: Famous Stars Who Share Your Fiery Zodiac Sign

Being an Aries is often synonymous with being energetic and confident enough to face any situation. Individuals born between March 21 and April 19 are described as ambitious, enthusiastic, and driven. Represented by the ram, Aries are passionate and determined—traits that shine brightly in the careers of these famous personalities who share your zodiac sign.

If your birthday falls within this window, here are some celebrated Aries you share it with:

Emeka Ike

Emeka Ike, born on March 22, is a Nigerian actor whose passion for acting was ignited during his university days. His breakthrough came in 1994 with the film “Deadly Affair,” establishing him as a leading man in Nollywood. Ike is known for his roles in romantic dramas and action films. Some of his notable performances include “A Million Tears,” “I Swear,” and “The Snake Girl.”

Ruth Kadiri

Born March 24, Ruth Kadiri is an actress, screenwriter, and film producer. She joined Nollywood in “Boys Cot” and has since featured in over fifty films. As a writer, she has penned and co-penned projects like “Matters Arising” and “Heart of a Fighter.” Kadiri also produced films such as “Over the Edge,” “Somebody Lied,” and “Memory Lane,” which explores themes of lies and deceit. She won the City People Best Actress of the Year award in 2018 and runs a popular YouTube channel, Ruth Kadiri 247.

Bukky Wright

Oluwabukola Sekinat Ajoke Wright, known professionally as Bukky Wright, was born March 31. She’s a veteran actress, businesswoman, and politician. She runs the fashion brand B Collections and the spa B Wright. Wright began acting in 1996 and has featured in numerous Yoruba and English-language films, including Wale Adenuga’s “Super Story.” Her standout titles include “Saworo Ide” (1999), “Omotara Johnson,” “When Love Happens” (2014), and “Red Circle” (2025).

David Oyelowo

David Oyetokunbo Oyelowo, born April 1, is a British-Nigerian actor, director, and producer. He’s known for portraying Martin Luther King Jr. in “Selma” (2014) and Peter Snowden in “Nightingale” (2014), earning critical acclaim. Oyelowo has received multiple awards and nominations, including three Golden Globes and two Emmys. In 2016, he was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for his services to drama.

Skales

Raoul John Njeng-Njeng, professionally known as Skales, was born on April 1. He began writing rap songs in Kaduna in 2000. His debut single “Must Shine” caught the attention of radio stations and led to a 2009 record deal with Empire Mates Entertainment. Skales is best known for hits like “Shake Body,” “Mukulu,” and “Take Care of Me.”

Ebenezer Obey

Ebenezer Remilekun Aremu Olasupo Obey-Fabiyi, MFR, born April 3, is a legendary jùjú musician. After learning under Fatai Rolling-Dollar in the 1950s, he founded The International Brothers in 1964. His band later became Inter-Reformers, known for blending highlife and jùjú. Obey’s music praises prominent Nigerians and often explores Christian spiritual themes. Since the 1990s, he has focused on gospel music ministry.

Uncle Waffles

Lungelihle Zwane, born April 4, is a Swazi DJ and record producer known as Uncle Waffles. Based in South Africa, she is a leading figure in amapiano music. Known for her performance skills and charisma, she has earned recognition internationally, with Billboard dubbing her the “princess of amapiano.”

Liz Benson

Born April 5, Elizabeth “Liz” Benson is a veteran actress and philanthropist. She rose to fame in the soap opera “Fortunes” (1993) and became a household name after starring in “Glamour Girls” (1994). Benson took a break in 1996 and later returned to acting as a born-again Christian. Her credits include “Morountodun,” “Shame,” “Conspiracy,” “Faces,” and “Body of Vengeance.”

Sharon Ooja

Sharon Ooja Nwoke, born April 6, gained fame for her role as Shalewa in Ndani TV’s “Skinny Girl in Transit.” Since then, she has starred in titles such as “Òlòtūré” (2019), “Glamour Girls” (2022), and “Flawsome” (2022).

Akin Lewis

Akin Lewis, born April 7, began acting in 1973 under Professor Bode Sowande. He became known for roles in “Why Worry” and “Koko Close.” Lewis rose to further prominence with “Madam Dearest” (2005). Recent credits include “Freedom Way” (2024), “Over the Bridge” (2023), and “King of Boys: The Return of the King” (2021).

Alexx Ekubo

Born April 10, Alexx Ekubo is an award-winning actor, model, and entertainer. He gained fame from Yemi Alade’s music video “Johnny.” He was first runner-up at the 2010 Mr. Nigeria contest, which launched his film career. His major roles include “Afamefuna” (2023), “Rush Hour” (2024), and “Devil in Agbada” (2021).

L.A.X

Damilola Afolabi, known as L.A.X, is a recording artist and songwriter born on April 10. He began in a high school rap group and gained recognition after signing with Starboy Entertainment in 2013. His projects include “Zara Vibes” (2020), “No Bad Vibes” (2023), and “Nobody Like Zaza” (2025).

Mide Martins

Born April 12, Mide Funmi Martins is a veteran Yoruba actress, producer, and model. Known for her vibrant performances, she has starred in and produced films such as “Onitemi,” “Ija,” “The Wedding Planner,” and “Gbawa L’owo Bilisi.”

Shallipopi

Crown Uzama, aka Shallipopi, born April 12, is a rising star in Nigeria’s music scene. He gained fame with his 2023 hit “Elon Musk” and followed up with the EP Planet Pluto and the albums Presido La Pluto (2023) and Shakespopi (2024). In 2025, he released “Laho” under his label Plutomania Records.

Omawumi

Omawumi Megbele, born April 13, gained national attention as the runner-up on West African Idols in 2007. Known for hits like “Megbele” and “If You Ask Me,” she’s also ventured into acting, becoming one of Nigeria’s respected vocalists.

Alex Usifo

Born April 16, Alex Usifo began his acting journey in the mid-1980s with notable appearances on NTA shows like “Echoes of Life” and “Turning Wheel.” He gained national recognition for “End of the Wicked” (1999) and remains a respected figure in Nigerian cinema.

Martin Lawrence

American actor and comedian Martin Lawrence, born April 16, found fame in the 1990s with “Martin” and the “Bad Boys” franchise. He first appeared in “What’s Happening Now!!” (1987–1988) and quickly rose to Hollywood stardom.

Beverly Naya

Beverly Ifunaya Bassey, aka Beverly Naya, was born April 17. She is best known for her roles in “Before 30” (2015), “Skinny Girl in Transit” (2015), “Chief Daddy” (2018), and “Kofa” (2022). She’s a multiple award winner and an advocate for self-confidence and identity.

Kcee

Kingsley Chinweike Okonkwo, popularly known as Kcee, was born April 18. He began with the duo KC Presh before going solo. He rose to fame with his hit single “Limpopo,” solidifying his spot in Nigeria’s music industry.

Deyemi Okanlawon

Born 19 April in Lagos, Deyemi is a film, television, theatre, and voice actor who is widely recognized as one of the most dynamic talents in the Nigerian film industry, earning the distinction of being the highest-grossing Nollywood actor of 2020 and 2021, according to the Film One Box Office report. Deyemi is best known for his roles in Netflix Originals, including “King of Boys: The Return of the King” (2021), “Blood Sisters”(2022), “Elesin Oba: The King’s Horseman” (2022), and “Lisabi: The Uprising” (2024), as well as major blockbusters like “Omo Ghetto: The Saga” (2020), and “All’s Fair in Love”(2024).

Simi

Simisola Bolatito Kosoko, better known by her stage name Simi, is a singer, songwriter, and actress who started her career as a gospel singer, releasing her debut studio album in 2008, titled “Ogaju”. She gained public recognition in 2014 after releasing “Tiff”, a song that was nominated for Best Alternative Song at The Headies 2015. Her notable projects include “Simisola” (2017). ^“Omo Charlie Champagne, Vol. 1”  (2019). She made her acting debut in Kunle Afolayan ‘s “Mokalik” and she also played as one of the top judges in season 7 of the Nigerian idol TV show in 2022. She was born on April 19.