Susan Sontag

American writer and filmmaker, professor, and activist (1933–2004).

Born January 16th, 1933 in New York City. ^[ref]

Died December 28th, 2004 at 71 years old in New York City (myelodysplastic syndrome, leukemia). ^[ref]

Ethel Merman

American actress and singer (1908-1984).

Born January 16th, 1908 in Astoria.

Died February 15th, 1984 at 76 years old in Manhattan (brain cancer). ^[ref]

Renée Felice Smith

American actress.

Born January 16th, 1985 (age 40 years) in New York City.

Alyssa Edwards

American drag queen.

Born January 16th, 1980 (age 45 years) in Mesquite.

Alexander Acosta

American attorney and politician.

Born January 16th, 1969 (age 56 years) in Miami.

Richard T. Jones

American actor.

Born January 16th, 1972 (age 53 years) in Kōbe.

Ronnie Milsap

American recording artist; country music singer and pianist.

Born January 16th, 1943 (age 82 years) in Robbinsville.

Katy Jurado

Mexican actress (1924-2002).

Born January 16th, 1924 in Guadalajara. ^[ref]

Died July 5th, 2002 at 78 years old in Cuernavaca (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, kidney failure). ^[ref]

Lee Min-ki

South korean actor, singer and model.

Born January 16th, 1985 (age 40 years) in Gimhae. ^[ref]

Atticus Ross

English musician, composer and record producer.

Born January 16th, 1968 (age 57 years) in London.