April 24

Born in 1955 in The Hague, De Mol built his career at the Dutch broadcaster TROS. In 1994, he co-founded Endemol, pioneering reality TV formats like "Big Brother". His company produced successful shows worldwide, transforming modern television. He later founded Talpa Media, creating hits such as "The Voice." A visionary in format development, he expanded into radio and digital media. His innovations have generated billions of views and influenced global entertainment trends.

Born in Pakistan and emigrating to the UK as a child, he built a successful career in business before entering politics. He founded community organizations to support British Asian communities and was appointed a life peer in 1998 as Baron Ahmed of Rotherham. In the House of Lords, he focused on race relations, social cohesion, and interfaith dialogue. He served on various parliamentary committees addressing policy on immigration, education, and community integration. His tenure included efforts to bridge cultural divides, though he faced scrutiny over parliamentary expenses later in his career.