Birthday Celebrations — July 19

Born on this day. These are the birthdays we celebrate on July 19 — the people whose lives added to the story of Black history.

Teresa Edwards

Born July 19, 1964

Basketball Hall of Famer, Olympic gold medalist, guard, coach, and women’s basketball legend.

Edwards became one of the most decorated team-sport athletes in Olympic history. She played in five Olympic Games and helped lead the United States women’s basketball team to four gold medals, leaving a major legacy in women’s basketball.

LaMarcus Aldridge

Full name: LaMarcus Nurae Aldridge

Born July 19, 1985

NBA forward-center, seven-time All-Star, All-NBA player, and Texas basketball standout.

Aldridge built a long NBA career with the Portland Trail Blazers, San Antonio Spurs, and Brooklyn Nets. Known for his smooth midrange game and signature fadeaway, he became one of the top big men of his era and a respected scorer across 16 NBA seasons.