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Currently, Bennet Omalu is 56 years, 2 months and 1 days old. Bennet Omalu will celebrate 57rd birthday on a Monday 1st of September 2025. Below we countdown to Bennet Omalu upcoming birthday.
| Popular As | Bennet Omalu |
| Occupation | Doctor |
| Age | 56 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
| Born | September 1, 1968 (Anambra, Nigeria) |
| Birthday | September 1 |
| Town/City | Anambra, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigeria |
Bennet Omalu’s zodiac sign is Virgo. According to astrologers, Virgos are always paying attention to the smallest details and their deep sense of humanity makes them one of the most careful signs of the zodiac. Their methodical approach to life ensures that nothing is left to chance, and although they are often tender, their heart might be closed for the outer world. This is a sign often misunderstood, not because they lack the ability to express, but because they won’t accept their feelings as valid, true, or even relevant when opposed to reason. The symbolism behind the name speaks well of their nature, born with a feeling they are experiencing everything for the first time.
Bennet Omalu was born in the Year of the Monkey. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Monkey thrive on having fun. They’re energetic, upbeat, and good at listening but lack self-control. They like being active and stimulated and enjoy pleasing self before pleasing others. They’re heart-breakers, not good at long-term relationships, morals are weak. Compatible with Rat or Dragon.
Forensic and neuropathologist whose autopsy of Mike Webster in 2002 forever altered the professional football landscape. In analyzing his brain, he discovered a condition he named Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy, or CTE, which is caused by repeated head trauma and has been found in a large number of deceased NFL players.
A prodigious student, he first enrolled at the University of Nigeria when he was only 16 years old. He spent time working as a Doctor in Nigeria before moving to the United State in 1994.
The story of his discovery and its subsequent publication was the basis for the movie Concussion, in which Omalu was portrayed by Will Smith. He's served as chief medical examiner of San Joaquin County in California and has taught at UC Davis.
He has two children with his wife Prema Mutiso. He has six siblings and grew up during the Nigerian Civil War.
While he initially believed his discoveries would be well-received in the football community, his discoveries have faced resistance from the NFL and commissioner Roger Goodell, as they threaten the nature of the sport.
