Bukayo Saka clocked 23 on September 5, 2024, but the Englishman recently celebrated his birthday in an elegant manner.
Bukayo Saka Exuberant Birthday Bash
Saka hired out a Mayfair restaurant, and he had some of the world’s biggest rappers perform while also reassuring his Arsenal teammates that they were finally going to lift the Premier League title.
When Did Saka Celebrate His Birthday?
After helping the Gunners secure a 3-1 win over Southampton, Bukayo Saka had to illuminate his favorite restaurant, pan-African venue Stork, with his elegance on Saturday, October 5, 2024.
The restaurant was immersed with large black and gold balloon displays, with his Arsenal teammates and his closest family members alongside friends present, for the celebration.
Saka also looked relaxed in jeans, a white T-shirt, and a light gray jacket, while Jerk chicken wings, jollof rice, and unlimited cocktails were all on offer to the 60-strong group who came to celebrate his special day.
Bukayo Saka Celebrates Birthday Ceremony With Girlfriend Tolami Benson
Saka, who became 23 on September 5, 2024, danced with girlfriend Tolami Benson, who donned an all-white off-the-shoulder dress, whilst a saxophonist did well to serenade those present at the bash.
Santan Dave, Wizkid Present At Saka’s Birthday Bash
British rapper Santan Dave, 26, a big friend of Bukayo Saka, also performed an exclusive set featuring one of his most well-known songs, Location.
Nigerian singer, Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, 34, was also in attendance to perform and celebrate the special evening with Saka.
Reports indicate that Wizkid is a dedicated Gunners supporter, who is said to be good friends with Bukayo Saka having been spotted after matches with the footballer.
Moreover, a three-tiered birthday cake covered in black icing and decorations was brought out to celebrate the England international’s birthday.
Bukayo Saka Sends Gratitude To Those That Attended His Birthday Party
At the dying embers of the celebration, Saka blew out the sparklers and gave a speech appreciating his friends, family, and teammates for gracing his birthday bash.
Bukayo Saka said: “I want to thank Santan Dave, he put on a great performance for all of us.
“I am going to start with my team, I spend everyday with you guys, sometimes too much time but honestly, I love you all.
“I love all of you guys and I appreciate you coming. This year, I really believe we’re going to win the league.”
The Englishman also thanked the “girlfriends, wives, friends and family that were present for the celebration”.
He added: “The girlfriends, the wives, all of the friends that came, you guys are even more special. I see the smile that everyone comes in with. I am incredibly grateful for you as well.
“My family as well, my cousins my brothers, I love you. You guys mean everything to me.”
Jorginho, Saka Present For Saka’s Birthday Celebration
Bukayo Saka’s Arsenal teammates Jorginho, 32, and Thomas Partey, 31, were also at the event, alongside his brother Abayomi.
Meanwhile, Mayfair restaurant Stork has been a long favorite of the English football star, with the forward known to have eaten there many times in the past.
The restaurant is also said to be the favorite of Rapper Stormzy after he filmed his music video for his song Longevity Flow there in 2023.
Additionally, the venue is a perfect fit for Saka, and it suited the evening celebration, with the restaurant decked out with decorations, gold wallpaper, and dark brown furnishings.
There were also pictures of Mohammed Ali hung on the wall alongside traditional artwork and flat-screen tvs.
A DJ booth was also seen occupying a section of the restaurant whilst the whole group danced around the room with canapés and food being served throughout the night.
Bukayo Saka Career Stats
Saka has made 236 club appearances thus far in his career, scoring 61 goals and providing 60 assists in all competitions.
Internationally, the 23-year-old has netted 12 goals and provided 7 assists in 42 appearances for England.
