Charming Libra Celebrities You Share Birthdays With

The Libra zodiac sign covers birthdays between September 23 and October 23. Represented by the Scales, Libras are known for their love of balance, fairness, and harmony. They’re natural peacemakers who value relationships, beauty, and style. But their constant desire to consider every perspective can also make them indecisive and eager to please.

Here are some celebrities who embody these traits, and who you just might share a birthday with.

Broda Shaggi

Broda Shaggi, born Samuel Animashaun Perry on September 18, is a comedian, musician, and actor who gained fame on social media for his unique comedy skits and characters, such as the popular “Broda Shaggi” character itself, and for his catchphrase, “‘Oya hit me'”. After a viral video titled “‘Jesus appeared in Mushin’,” he achieved widespread recognition, leading to roles in Nollywood movies, music releases, and various comedy awards including the Best Actor in a Comedy, Movie or TV Series award twice at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards in 2022 and 2023. He has also ventured into music. His notable performances include Dwindle, A Bag of Trouble, Labake Olododo, and King of Thieves. 

Lizzy Jay 

Born on September 18, Adeyela Adebola, popularly known as Lizzy Jay or Omo Ibadan, is an actress, comedienne, MC, singer, model, and content creator whose comedic prowess and infectious personality have endeared her to audiences across Nigeria and beyond. Jayy’s path to fame started when she created a comedy series called “Omo Ibadan Cosin Senta” and shared it online which became incredibly popular on social media platforms. She entered Nollywood through Yoruba films and has starred in notable productions like  She Must Be Obeyed, Red Circle, The Progressive Tailors’ Club and Breaded Life. 

Skepta

Born on September 19, Joseph Olaitan Adenuga Jr, known professionally as Skepta, is a British- Nigerian grime MC, rapper, record producer, fashion designer, film director and DJ. He independently released his debut studio album Greatest Hits in 2007 and followed it up with Microphone Champion while he made his acting debut in the film Anti-Social. Skepta has been nominated for three Brit Awards, including the Brit Award for British Male Solo Artist. 

Teni Aladese 

Teniola Aladese is an actor, producer and casting director from Lagos state. After studying Mass Communication, she then went on to build a career in TV and film production. From 2013 to 2015, she made her way behind the scenes as a production coordinator on over 30 Africa Magic Original Films. And in 2017, she had her breakout role in Africa Magic, Jemeji. However, she gained critical acclaim for her role in the television drama series, Unbroken. Some of her other notable performances include; Lara of Lagos, Christmas In Lagos and To Kill a Monkey. She was born on September 19. 

Wande Coal 

Oluwatobi Wande Ojosipe, popularly known as Wande Coal, is a singer and songwriter who got his first break in the entertainment industry as a dancer. He got signed to Don Jazzy’s Mo’ Hits Records in 2006 and was featured on D’banj’s RunDown Funk U Up album. Being signed to Mo’ Hits Records, he is also a member of the Mo’ Hits allstars and played a major role in the CV (Curriculum Vitae) album. His debut single from the CV album, “Ololufe“, has been described as one of the greatest love songs ever written by a Nigerian artist. In 2013, he launched his music label Black Diamond Entertainment. He was born September 18.

Mike Ezuruonye 

Born September 20, Mike Ezuruonye is an actor who has appeared in numerous Nollywood movies and received a Best Actor in a Leading Role nomination for his performance in the movie “The Assassin” at the Africa Movie Academy Awards in 2009, as well as a nomination for Best Actor in the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards. His notable performances include Family Gbese, 3 Working Days and Bro code. 

Bovi

Bovi Ugboma, professionally known as Bovi, is a stand-up comedian, actor, and writer who organized popular stand-up comedy concerts like Bovi: Man on Fire across the globe. Bovi began his career in 2007, starring in the sitcom Extended Family, which he also wrote and produced, emerging as a force in comedy shows, where he made his stand-up comedy debut in Nigeria’s premiere comedy franchise, Night of a thousand laughs. He starred in the romantic comedy, 4-1-Love as the lead actor for which he was nominated for the 2017 AMVCA awards as the best actor in comedy; his third individual nomination since the inception of the AMVCA and the fourth from his works. His other notable works include, My Village People, Visa on Arrival and Life and Dirt. He was born on September 25.

Jim Iyke 

Born James Ikechukwu Esomugha on September 25, Jim Iyke has established himself as one of Nollywood’s most prominent figures since launching his acting career in 1998. The versatile entertainer has built an impressive filmography spanning over 150 productions. Iyke gained widespread acclaim for his performance in Last Flight to Abuja. Beyond acting, he demonstrated his entrepreneurial acumen by founding Untamed Productions in 2007, expanding his influence behind the camera as both actor and producer. His artistic ventures extend into music through Untamed Records, his personal record label. Iyke’s debut album Who Am I? showcased collaborations with renowned artists including TuFace Idibia and Sound Sultan. Following a hiatus from the film industry, Iyke made a triumphant return in Moses Inwang’s drama Stalker, which achieved significant commercial success. The positive reception led to his casting in Inwang’s 2017 comedy American Driver, which became one of Nigeria’s highest-grossing films and marked his complete re-emergence in Nollywood.

Beverly Osu 

Born on September 27, Beverly Ada Mary Osu is an actress, video vixen, and model and actress who is predominantly known for her participation in the 8th season of Big Brother Africa which earned her mainstream recognition in the entertainment industry. 

Debuting her career in the entertainment industry as a model and a video vixen for notable musicians like Ice Prince in Oleku and Kizz Daniel in Madu. Osu debuted her acting career a year after the Big Brother Africa was concluded, receiving her first movie role in 2014 in the movie titled Curse Of The Seven. Her other notable performances include; Oloture and Oloture; The Journey,  The Progressive Tailors’ Club, Chief Daddy and Love Notes.

Kunle Afolayan 

Born on September 30, Kunle Afolayan has established himself as a transformative figure in Nollywood, elevating the industry’s production standards through increased budgets, 35mm film shooting, and theatrical releases. As CEO of Golden Effects Pictures, Afolayan has forged a significant partnership with Netflix that influenced the broader Nigerian film landscape. The collaboration began with Netflix acquiring online distribution rights for four of Afolayan’s films: The CEO, October 1, The Figurine, and Citation. The streaming giant subsequently expanded their relationship by commissioning three original movies from Afolayan. This partnership has yielded notable successes, including Swallow, Aníkúlápó, and Ijogbon. Aníkúlápó proved particularly acclaimed, earning 16 nominations at the 2023 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards to become the most nominated film in the ceremony’s history. Afolayan’s recent work Recall has also garnered international recognition with a nomination for the 2025 Septimius Awards.

MI Abaga 

Born on October 4, Jude Lemfani Abaga,  known professionally as M.I Abaga or M.I, is a rapper, songwriter, record producer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist from Jos, who gained recognition in 2006 with Crowd Mentality. Abaga was the CEO of Chocolate City from 2015 to 2019 before leaving in 2020 to establish his own label, Incredible Music. His recognitions include Best Hip-Hop Act at the MTV Africa Music Awards in 2009, and a nomination for the BET Awards in 2010. In addition to music, he is a business strategist, speaker, and influencer, working across creative industries in Africa. Beyond the music, he had his acting debut in Chief Daddy and Namaste Wahala.

Dakore Egbuson-Akande

Born October 14, Dakore Egbuson-Akande is an actress and the ambassador for Amnesty International and Amstel Malta. Professionally, her role in the film Isoken earned her the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role, solidifying her status as a leading actress in Nollywood.

Beyond acting, she has taken on roles as a producer, contributing to projects like Ye! and Reel Love which she co-executive produced and starred alongside her brother, Timini Egbuson, which dominated the box office. Her notable performances include Fifty, and Chief Daddy. 

Nse Ikpe- Etim

Nse Ikpe-Etim is an actress who came into prominence in 2008 for her role in Reloaded, which earned her a nomination for Best Actress in a Leading Role at the 5th Africa Movie Academy Awards. Etim entered Nollywood by acting in stage plays at the university. Her first television appearance was in the family soap Inheritance. Her notable performances include Journey to Self, New Money, Quam’s Money, Fine Wine, 4-4-44, Shanty Town and Devil is a Liar. She was born October 21.