Anthony Joshua Sparks Age Debate After Celebrating 37th Birthday With ‘27’ Cake
British Nigerian boxing star Anthony Joshua has sparked reactions on social media after celebrating his birthday with a cake bearing the number 27, despite turning 37 on October 15, 2026.
Joshua shared a video of the celebration on his official Instagram page on Thursday, October 15, showing him surrounded by family members as they marked his special day.
The moment that caught people’s attention was the birthday cake, which displayed the number 27 instead of his actual age. The unexpected detail prompted questions and speculation among fans online.
During the celebration, Joshua was encouraged to make a wish before blowing out the candles. However, he first took a moment to pray and reflect on his life, expressing gratitude to God for helping him through difficult times.
The former heavyweight world champion also appreciated his parents for bringing him into the world and acknowledged his own strength in overcoming life’s challenges.
He prayed for more strength, wisdom and courage, while wishing himself and others around the world more life and blessings. He also extended his prayers to babies born on the same day.
In the caption accompanying the video, Joshua wished everyone born on October 15 a happy birthday and prayed that they would achieve greatness. He also remembered those who had lost their lives on the same day.
Joshua was born on October 15, 1989, making him 37 years old in 2026. The reason for the number 27 on his birthday cake was not explained in the information shared.
The celebration comes months after the boxer survived a fatal road accident in Nigeria on December 29, 2025, along the Lagos Ibadan Expressway near the Sagamu Interchange in Ogun State.
Two members of his team, personal trainer Latif “Latz” Ayodele and strength and conditioning coach Sina Ghami, died in the crash.
Joshua, who was travelling as a passenger in a Lexus SUV, sustained injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment before being discharged. Reports said the vehicle collided with a stationary truck following a tyre burst.
The driver, Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, was subsequently arrested and faced charges including dangerous driving causing death and driving without a valid licence.
While the number on Joshua’s cake has drawn attention online, the boxer’s date of birth confirms that he turned 37 on Thursday.
