Sir Ernest Desilva

Business Executive

Birthday November 26, 1887

Birth Sign Sagittarius

Birthplace Sri Lanka

DEATH DATE May 9, 1957 (69)

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About

Sri Lankan banker and philanthropist who was considered the most prominent one of the 20th century.

Before Fame

He was born at the Royal Palace to a very wealthy family and attended Royal College, Colombo.

Trivia

He was a serious Buddhist and contributed to the advancement of Buddhism.

Family Life

He was married to Lady Evadne de Silva.

Associated With

He was knighted like singer Sir Elton John.