August 13 is known as International Lefthanders Day. Since the early 1990s, the unofficial holiday serves to raise awareness for the left-handed community in a right-handed world. According to News Center Maine, “lefties” make up only 10% of the global population.

Thanks to the efforts of groups such as the Left-Handers Club in the UK, left-handed individuals now have social media, web resources and products dedicated to help them survive and thrive. In fact, some of our favorites in the culture are left-handed, excelling in their various fields.

Here’s a look at some of our favorite Black “lefties!”

LeBron James

Cardi B

Oprah Winfrey

Whoopi Goldberg

A’ja Wilson

Jimi Hendrix

Skylar Diggins-Smith

And Former President Barack Obama

(Fun Fact: He’s one of eight U.S. Presidents that were “lefties!”)

RELATED: 4 Wellness Tips for Left-Handed People

More Facts:

Studies show that left-handers adjust easier to seeing underwater, and there are studies that have found evidence linking left-handedness and intellectual creativity.
The highest rates of “lefties” are in North America, Australia, New Zealand and Western Europe.
“Lefties” are more affected by fear, according to UK-conducted research.
One study finds that “lefties” have an average lifespan that’s nine years shorter than right-handers.
“Lefties” are better drivers, according to the  Center for Handedness Research and The Zebra. Looking at driving habits and accident rates of 1,500 drivers over 10 years, “lefties” had fewer accidents.
Also, an AA Driving School poll found that 57% of “lefties” pass their driving test the first time (compared to 47% of “righties”).

And with that, let’s give a toast and a high-five to all the “lefties” of the world! We salute you!

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