Represented by the Water Bearer, Aquarius spans January 20 to February 18 and is often linked to originality and forward thinking. It is the eleventh sign of the zodiac and the last of the air signs, traditionally associated with ideas, intellect and social awareness.
Those born in this window are frequently described as independent and unconventional. They tend to question norms, lean into individuality and care about the bigger picture. Yet beyond the reputation for rebellion, many Aquarians are also deeply reflective and loyal to the people and causes they believe in.
Whether through art, activism or industry influence, Aquarius energy often shows up in people who shape conversations rather than follow them.
Here are some notable celebrities who share your birth season.
Timi Dakolo
Born January 20, Timi Dakolo is a singer, songwriter, and music producer who emerged winner of the inaugural season of Idols West Africa in 2007 with his soulful performances throughout the competition earned him widespread acclaim and a recording contract with Sony BMG Africa. He is behind some of the nation anthems from There’s a Cry to Great Nation and Iyawo Mi. In 2023, he served as a coach on The Voice Nigeria, mentoring emerging vocal talents.
Bisola Aiyeola
Born January 21, Bisola Aiyeola is an actress who gained prominence when she appeared on the 2017 series of Big Brother Naija where she was first runner up. After leaving the house, she has been really successful as a creative. As a singer, Bisola released her single debut Luchia under Temple music. In 2018, Bisola won the Trail Blazer Award at the African Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA). In 2022, she became the first African to host Family Feud, a reality TV show organized by MTN and Ultima. Some of her notable performances include Introducing the Kujus, A Lady Called Life, Sugar Rush and Gingerrr.
Michael Dappa
Born on January 26, Michael Dappa is a fast-rising actor, filmmaker, and creative professional who has steadily built a name for himself in the industry through his versatility, and strong screen presence. He is known for his signature dreads and compelling performances in drama and romance genres. Some of his notable performances include Alive Till Dawn, Kill Boro, and Makemation.
Adekunle Gold
Adekunle Almoruf Kosoko, known professionally as Adekunle Gold, is an Afrobeats singer and songwriter currently signed to Def Jam Recordings. He gained widespread attention after releasing the 2015 hit single Sade, a highlife cover of One Direction’s Story of My Life. He was born on January 28.
Lateeef Adedimeji
Born February 1, Abdullateef Adedimeji is an acclaimed actor and filmmaker who gained popularity with his first major role in Yewande Adekoya’s movie titled Kudi Klepto and has acted in several movies since then. Some of which include Lisabi, Soole, Red Circle, King of Thieves, Jagun Jagun, Gingerrr and the upcoming epic film Kijiri.
Kayode Kasum
Born February 2, Kayode Kasum is a film director and producer who is considered one of Nollywood’s most prolific and successful directors, with twelve of his films among the top 100 of Nigeria’s highest-grossing films as of November 2025.
Kasum started his career in filmmaking as a motion graphics designer at Wale Adenuga Productions and gained popularity for his film Oga Bolaji, and has made other Nollywood productions, including Sugar Rush, Fate of Alakada, Sugar Rush, This Lady Called Life, Castle and Castle Season 2, Soole (2021), Afamefuna, Far From Home and Love and New Notes. He won the AMVCA Trailblazer award in 2025.
Bimbo Ademoye
Born February 4, Bimbo Ademoye who is might be known for winning Best Actress in a comedy TV series at the 2023 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards for her role in the film Selina. Her acting career began in 2014 when she was cast in a short film, Where Talent Lies with the film receiving accolades from the Africa International Film Festival. Some of her notable performances also include Gone, Looking for Baami, Dear Affy, Introducing the Kujus, Reel Love, Fame and Fury, Suky and Breaded Life.
Faithia Williams
Faithia Williams Balogun is an actress, filmmaker, producer and director who started her career by chance, making her debut film, Ta lo pa chief? She has since then starred, produced, and directed several films over the years. She has won several awards including the Africa Movie Academy Award twice and Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards. Some of her notable performances include Shola Arikusa, Mokalik, Anikulapo, and the upcoming epic Efunroye. She was born on February 5.
Saheed Balogun
Saheed Balogun is a veteran actor, film-maker, director, and producer of several movies who began his acting career in 1978, when he acted his first television program titled Youth Today on NTA and has gone on to win several accolades. Some of his notable films include Shadow Parties, Finding Ireti, and Ewo. He was born February 5.
Tiwa Savage
Born February 5, Tiwatope Omolara Savage, known professionally as Tiwa Savage is a singer, songwriter and actress whose music is a blend of Afrobeats, R&B, Afropop, and hip-hop.She began her music career doing backup vocals for artists such as George Michael and Mary J. Blige in the UK before moving back to Nigeria and signed with Mavin Records in 2012 and has risen to be one of Nigeria’s most successful artists globally. She has won several accolades but the most remarkable one would probably be making an appearance at King’s Charles III in 2023. Beyond music, she has featured in a few movies, even producing her own film, Water & Garri.
Nkem Owoh
Born February 7, Nkem Owoh is an actor, comedian and singer who won the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role for his role in the film, Stronger than Pain. In 1979, he embarked on his journey in the entertainment industry, starting as a writer at Nigerian Television Authority (NTA). He further established his writing credentials by penning scripts for notable productions. He also once filled in for an absent actor, playing the role of a drunkard in the groundbreaking sitcom The New Masquerade which an unexpected opportunity launched his successful career. Also in 1995, Owoh wrote and produced the iconic film Ikuku, where he portrayed the unforgettable character, Osuofia (a drunk). His portrayal of Osuofia in the movie earned him widespread recognition, transforming him into a beloved household name.
Omotola Ekeinde
Born on February 7, Chief Omotola Jalade Ekeinde is an actress, singer, philanthropist and former model. Since her Nollywood film debut in 1995, Ekeinde has appeared in over 300 films, selling millions of copies. In 2013, she was included in Time magazine’s list of the 100 most influential people in the world and she made a brief appearance on VH1’s scripted series, Hit the Floor that same year.
Sophie Alakija
Sophie Alakija, born Sophie Rammal on 8 February 8 is an actress and model who gained prominence after in the Holla at your boy music video of global sensation Wizkid as the lead dancer in 2010. After her debut in Nollywood, she has acted in several films, including Drawing Strands, Getting over him, Love and New Notes, My Village People, Visa On Arrival, The Kujus Again and Freedom Way.
Uzo Aduba
Uzoamaka Nwanneka “Uzo” Aduba is an actress and one of the only two actors to win an Emmy Award in both the comedy and drama categories for the same role. She gained wide recognition for her role as Suzanne “Crazy Eyes” Warren on the Netflix original series Orange Is the New Black. Some of her accolades include three Emmy Awards and five Screen Actors Guild Awards. She was born on February 10.
Young Jonn
John Saviours Udomboso, known professionally as Young Jonn, is a singer, songwriter and music producer, currently signed to Chocolate City Music. He is also known for his hit singles Dada and the remix with Davido. Before transiting to being an artist, his music production credits on industry hits during the 2010s and was affiliated with the YBNL mafia family going on to be ranked #3 in The NET’s list of “Nigeria’s Top 7 Biggest Music Producers” and went on to be nominated in the “Producer of The Year” at the 2015 Nigeria Entertainment Awards and The Headies 2015. He was born February 16.