Celebrities'Astrology

Brad Pitt - Actor

2007-02-19T09:25:00.001-08:00

Born December 18, 1963 at 6:31 AM
in Shawnee (OK) (USA)

Sagittarius 25°52 AS Sagittarius 11°55

The predominance of planets in the Northern hemisphere prompts you to reflect and imagine rather than show your actions whilst you avoid public recognition. So, in order to moderate this state of affairs, if you wish to do so, it is up to you to force your nature to act in broad daylight, communicate and impose yourself... you will then go forward in this concrete life and enjoy your new acquired situation.

The predominance of planets in the Eastern hemisphere of your chart enables you to assert yourself and to count on your determination : you know what you want and you have a tendency to act and decide by giving priority to your personal goals, even if they can be in contradiction to what others think.

A clear asset indeed... provided that you are never mistaken in the choices you make. You should take the others into account to counterbalance your nature and use your assets in a wise manner. Indeed, there could be the risk of you being too bossy and not conciliating enough. Strong determination allied to flexibility and an acute sense of communication are the qualities you should develop.

The three most important planets in your chart are Jupiter, Mercury and Pluto.

Jupiter, the planet of expansion, organisation, power and benevolence, is quite pronounced in your chart. Like any Jupiterian, you are warm, open, sociable, consensual and active. Optimistic, you can use your self-confidence to erase differences of opinions and leave the specialists the task of analysing and perfecting things. Your role, and you have known it since a young age, is to gather, to show your spirit of synthesis and conciliation and to naturally reap fruits of it - power.

You appreciate legality, social order but also order in general. With you as a leader, every plan or human entity can be organised and structured. You excel at supervising. The Jupitarian type is indeed the politician per excellence and a positive Jupiter in a chart is synonymous of a good integration into society, whatever the chosen path.

Is this idyllic picture really shadow less? Obviously not: each typology of planet has its own weaknesses. One of yours is pride, like the Solarian, but your will of expansion at all costs can generate a form of exaggeration for everything, endless pleasure, inappropriate confidence that could attract you to rough materialism, the thirst for an absurd material comfort - in the worst case naturally.

With Mercury as a dominant planet, you are certainly intellectual, nervous, quick, curious, lively-spirited, and love to communicate. Your psychological pattern is mental, and all the more so since Mercury is important, bringing with it assets but also weaknesses, obviously.

Your sensitivity, emotions, heart's outbursts come after reflection, which can lead people to think you're a playful and witty but heartless person, intellectualising situations and juggling with words and numbers whilst ignoring the human aspect of things. Of course, they say the cat always lands on its feet - this is your Mercurian strength and your best asset !

Your weakness lies in your nervousness and it happens that sometimes you miss your goal by "mentalizing" too much. You could forget other kind of energies such as instinct, spontaneity, heart, sensitivity, etc.

With Pluto as a dominant planet in your chart, you are a kind of a magnetic and powerful predator, rather like the Scorpio sign ruled by this planet, who needs to exert pressure on others in order to "test" them. You're always ready to evolve, to risk destruction for reconstruction - including your own -, to live more intensely whilst imposing your secret authority on things and people that you come across in your life.

You can pass for wicked, cruel or too bossy but you actually just follow your instinct, you sound people out and like to exert your domination simply because your vital energy is too powerful to stay inside. You're a passionately inclined being with hidden motivations. You are often misunderstood but one of your great Plutonian assets is to go successfully through each life ordeal with an ever growing strength.

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Eva GREEN (James Bond 007 Girl)

2006-12-11T14:06:00.000-08:00

born July 5, 1980 at 12:00 PM (unknown) in Paris (France)

Introduction

Here are some character traits from of Eva GREEN's birth chart. This description is far from complete but can shed light on his personality which is still interesting for the professionals or lovers of astrology.

N.B.: The birth time is unknown, so the chart is drawn for 12 pm - the legal time of his birth place; the astrological houses are not taken into account, this extract of astrological profile is therefore less detailed than the ones with a known birth time.

The dominant planets of Eva

When interpreting a birth chart, the best method is to start gradually from the general features to the specific ones. Thus, there is usually a plan to follow; from the global analysis of the chart and its structure, to the description of the different character traits.

Firstly, the global analysis of the chart enables us to define the main personality features and emphasize some points that are confirmed or not in the detailed analysis : be that as it may, those general traits will have to be taken into account. A human personality is an infinitely complex entity to describe and wanting to sum it up in a short way is illusory, but that does not mean it's an impossible challenge. Reading a birth chart several times is essential in order to soak up the different meanings and to grasp all this complexity. But the game is worth the candle.

The birth chart is diagrammatically composed of ten planets : two luminars, Sun and Moon, three fast moving or individual planets, Mercury, Venus and Mars, two slow moving planets, Jupiter and Saturn, and three very slow moving planets, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto. Other parts of the charts are : the secondary elements ( Lunar Nodes, the Dark Moon or Lilith, Chiron and other asteroids such as Vesta, Pallas, Ceres or Juno, particular bodies like the Arabic Parts, Vertex, the Black Sun, hypothetical planets, etc.) and 12 astrological houses, all positioned in a zodiac consisting of 12 signs from Aries to Pisces.

The importance of each planet must at first be estimated, that's what we call the search for the dominant planets. This search obeys rules that depend on the astrologer's sensitivity and experience but they also have a strong and clear basis : thus, we can take into account the parameters of a planet activity (the number of active aspects concerning a planet, the importance of each aspect depending on its nature and its accuracy), the parameters of angularity (the proximity to the 4 angles, Ascendant, Midheaven, Descendant and Immum Coeli or Nadir, all of this evaluated numerically according to the nature of the angle and the space between the latter and the planet) and the parameters of quality ( rulership, exaltation, exile and fall). Finally, other criterias such as the rulership of the Ascendant and the Midheaven etc are important.

This different criteria allows some planets to be valorised and leads to useful conclusions when interpreting the chart.

The global analysis of the chart begins by observing 3 planet distributions in the map :Eastern or Western hemisphere, Northern or Southern hemisphere, and quadrants (North-eastern, North-western, South-eastern and South-western). These 3 distributions give a general tone in terms of introversion and extraversion, of willpower and sociability and of certain behavioural predispositions.

We then have 3 other distributions : the elements (called triplicity since there are 3 groups of signs for each one) - Fire, Air, Earth and Water - corresponding to a character typology, modality (or quadruplicity with 4 groups of signs for each one) - Cardinal, Fixed and Mutable - and polarity (Yin and Yang).

There are then 3 types of dominants :dominant planets, dominant signs and dominant houses. The novice thinks astrology just means "to be Aries" or sometimes, for example, "to be Aries Ascendant Virgo". It is actually far more complex. The Sun and the Ascendant themselves alone can indeed reveal a big part of the character- between around 30 and 60% according to the chart, however a person is neither "just the Sun" (what is called the sign) nor just "the first house" (the Ascendant). Thus, the influence of a particular planet can be greatly increased; a particular sign or house can contain a group of planets that will bring nuances and sometimes weaken the role of the Ascendant, the Sun sign etc.

Lastly, two other criteria; the accentuations (angular, succedent and cadent) which are a classification of the astrological houses and the types of decans that are occupied (each sign is divided into three decans of 10° each), will add some informations in this first general part.

These eleven (or six if the birth time is unknown) general character traits must not be taken literally; they are, in a way, preparing for the reading of the chart. They allow an understanding of the second part of the analysis which is more detailed and accurate and focuses on each personality aspects by establishing a hierarchy of planets, signs, houses and aspects.

Warning: When the birth time is unknown, which is the case for Eva, a certain number of paragraphs cannot be dealt; the distributions in hemispheres and quadrants are meaningless, so are the dominant houses and the houses accentuations. Therefore, some chapters are removed from this part.

For all paragraphs, the criteria for valorisation are calculated without the angles, the rulership of the Ascendant and the Midheaven. The calculation method is still valid, but it is less precise without the birth time.

Reese Witherspoon (Actress)

2006-03-20T10:11:00.000-08:00

Actress Reese Witherspoon certainly hasn't allowed herself to be typecast -- she's played a hilarious hellion from the wrong side of the tracks (Freeway), a calculating nineteenth-century social climber (Vanity Fair) and a not-so-dumb blonde lawyer (in the Legally Blonde movies). But in all her roles, the same qualities shine through: a certain sweetness, a certain earnestness, a certain seriousness and a particularly sharp edge of intelligence and savvy behind it all. She also possesses classic beauty and a timeless quality, evidenced by the number of period pieces she's successfully pulled off. Her resume is full of varied roles in both independent and mainstream films, and she has claimed not to want any of her films to be hits at the box office. No, she's not crazy -- she simply wants to avoid 'the huge inundation of press and all that rigmarole that comes with having a hit movie,' to put it in her own words. Once her film Cruel Intentions (in which she starred opposite then-boyfriend and now-husband, Ryan Phillippe) was a hit, however, Witherspoon was undeniably on the map of the stars. Since then, her Hollywood cred has grown exponentially, and she's also busy raising her two children. What can the stars reveal about Witherspoon's talent and her seemingly incredible good luck?

Birth Details:
March 22, 1976
Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Witherspoon has a real powerhouse of a birth chart, one that reveals dynamic energy, ambition and optimism in equal parts. Born under an Aries Sun, she personifies the fiery qualities of the Ram: She's brash and confident, and she possesses a forthright energy that is appealing in its electric honesty. She is likely to be even more impetuous and quick-tempered than many born under this sign, due in part to her Sun's square to Mars, which heightens her natural Aries vitality and unleashes the passion of Mars, the planet of drives and ambition. With this placement, she may be truly impulsive, perhaps occasionally motivated by anger or arrogance. (Did this aspect help Witherspoon slip easily into her role in Election?) The unrestrained energy and ambition created by this square are only heightened and intensified by her Sun's opposition to Pluto. This aspect betrays a relentless drive for power and an incredibly ambitious nature. Witherspoon is likely to be rather forceful and demanding; she may actually intimidate people without even meaning to! Her Sun's conjunction to Mercury is yet another powerful aspect that strengthens her will to act on her ideas. In other words, she isn't just a lot of talk -- she finds a way to turn her ideas into reality. The people in Witherspoon's life are likely to see her as an inspiration, thanks to her incredible energy and confidence.

She's not all strength, fire and ambition, however, and definitely has her soft side. With Venus, her love planet, in Pisces, Witherspoon places love above almost all else. She needs lots of affection and is a true romantic. She is a sensitive, sympathetic friend and a tender, sentimental partner. She's likely to be a fun and exciting lover as well -- her Venus trines Uranus, generating a lively spontaneity in both Witherspoon's love life and her friendships. This aspect ensures that her marriage will never be dull (lucky Ryan!).

Her communication planet, Mercury, lies in Pisces as well. This brings quite a bit of subtlety to Witherspoon's brazen Aries Sun; where Aries is all about overtness and anything that's immediately apparent, Pisces is all about interiors, vibrations and the things that go on below the surface. With Mercury in Pisces, Witherspoon's emotional perceptions are heightened, as is her psychic awareness. This is a great placement for an actor, as it enables her to connect intuitively with the characters she plays. Regarding her method for choosing whether to accept a role, Witherspoon says, 'I have a weird process, but the main thing is ... I hear her voice in my head.... Unless I hear the voice, I can't do it.' Mercury in Pisces also suggests that she is highly imaginative and creative, but that her ideas may not always be practical; her chart's trine between Mercury and Saturn, however, strengthens Witherspoon's logic and mental objectivity. She is able to structure her reasoning around well-ordered facts. This aspect aids her in practical, sensible planning; nothing is left up to chance. For this reason alone she would be almost ensured success.

Her Mars in Cancer further enhances her emotional life. The planet of passion in this sensitive water sign indicates that Witherspoon's actions are closely linked to her emotions. She does things based on how she's feeling; therefore her motives might sometimes seem illogical or otherwise obscure to others. With this placement, she may tend to resent criticism and could have trouble being objective about her work. It's a good thing, then, that her passion planet trines Uranus, enabling her to be decisive and timely in her actions. This trine indicates that she is inventive and enterprising, willing to try new and risky methods of getting what she wants. Her Mars also sextiles Jupiter, an aspect that further heightens her already high levels of energy and ambition, but also serves to keep her honest.

It's a good thing Witherspoon is so headstrong and directed, because the square between Jupiter and Saturn in her chart indicates that she will only reach true success through hard work. Her current successes clearly aren't the result of just a lot of good luck; somehow Witherspoon seems to have paid her dues. Her Neptune sextiles Pluto, which further suggests that this actress is well along her path of personal growth. Since Neptune holds personal significance in Witherspoon's chart (it appears in several important aspects, and her Mercury and Venus are in Pisces, Neptune's sign of dignity), she is able to reach the highest form of Plutonian evolution.

Quentin Tarantino

2006-01-28T05:18:00.000-08:00

He's Hollywood's enfant terrible, a producer-writer-director who pushes the envelope with scintillating, often scary, always hilarious results. Best known for his Academy Award-winning (for best screenplay) film Pulp Fiction, Aries Quentin Tarantino also made headlines with the super-violent Kill Bill flicks. So what makes the Jackie Brown bossman tick?

Birth Details:
March 27, 1963
Knoxville, Tennessee

Born under an Aries Sun, Tarantino is a man of action, much like the characters in his films. He's a firebrand who feels most comfortable in the action film genre. With both his Sun and Mercury in Aries, it's also easy for the director to speak his mind, enabling him to coax winning performances from his actors.

Thanks to Venus and Saturn in Aquarius, Tarantino is a real risk-taker and visionary, someone who will try anything once. Even so, he's repressing his true self -- a renegade for the next millennium. This futurist eschews conservative arenas while he busies himself creating a brave new world. Where relationships are concerned, this planetary alignment signals someone who can't stand to have his freedom restricted -- Tarantino needs a progressive lover who doesn't mind maintaining an open relationship.

With his Jupiter in Pisces, Tarantino is blessed with true intuition. He knows instinctively what the public will want, explaining the unexpected success of Pulp Fiction. Tarantino's Mars in Leo speaks to his creative flair. Encouraged by his Aries Sun, Hollywood's do-it-all director has plenty of great moviemaking energy left in him, so stay tuned!

George W. Bush (U.S. President)

2006-01-22T02:34:00.000-08:00

Former Texas governor and president for the new millennium George W. Bush followed in his father's footsteps with his 2000 bid for the United States presidency -- and he solidified his family's political dynasty even further when he won re-election in 2004. Dubya's known for his malapropisms and his hawkish international policy; what do the stars have to say about the leader of the free world?

Birth Details:
July 6, 1946
7:26 AM
New Haven, Connecticut

Bush was born under a Cancer Sun. Cancer is the sign of the home, which can refer to one's immediate house and family or, in a wider sense, to one's homeland as a whole. In Bush's case, of course, family and country are inextricably intertwined. Familial respect and connections are generally of very high importance to Cancers (often regardless of whether those familial connections are positive or troublesome). This may help explain Bush's urge to take his father's lead and succeed in the same arena. And those born under Cancer's watery influence tend to be emotional, moody and sensitive; George W. may feel a lifelong need to prove something to his father and to the world at large.

With his Moon in Libra, the sign of balance, Bush struggles with issues of balance in thought and deed. He may often equivocate, relying on others to provide his agenda, and his subsequent actions can seem rash and less than fully thought out. And Bush's reputation as a lover of the good times is no coincidence; Libra is a social sign, which, combined with a Cancer Sun, makes for a hospitable, personable good old boy who wants everyone to feel at home -- and wants home to be a party.

Bush's Mercury in Leo marks him as an authoritarian and a dramatic talker who may verge on opinionated arrogance. He believes his views (once he establishes them) are the only views anyone could possibly sensibly hold. While the 43rd president may appear to indulge dissenting opinions in his characteristically affable manner, it's questionable whether he'll absorb anything from them.

Dubya's Mercury also conjuncts Pluto, the planet of power and destruction. Couple that with his Sun's square to Jupiter, and you have a man who possesses the potential to mesmerize the masses with his message, but who needs to be extra careful that his message is real and practical.

What the Sun-Jupiter square takes away in practicality, however, is replaced by his Mars in Virgo, the element of his chart that really gives Bush his edge. His ambitions are quite focused and directed toward a specific goal. He is concerned with efficiency and has an eye for detail -- which he can sometimes get caught up in, failing to grasp the reality of a situation as a whole.

All the planets in Bush's chart fall on its eastern side: This points to a resistance to the influence of outside factors. Bush will pursue the goals he thinks are worthy of pursuit, regardless of what anyone may advise him to do.

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David Bowie (Musician)

2006-01-20T03:16:00.000-08:00

His tune 'Changes' provides an apt description of David Bowie himself. During a career that's spanned several decades, the 'Chameleon of Pop' has both changed with and defined music and fashion trends. While growing up in challenging circumstances in London, Bowie developed an interest in music, which led him to learn to play the guitar and the saxophone. After high school, he temporarily teamed up with a band before breaking off to pursue his own solo endeavors. In 1969, Bowie earned his first hit in the U.K. with the single 'Space Oddity,' which also tore up the charts when it was released in the U.S. Glam rock and gender-bending costuming colored Bowie's stint as Ziggy Stardust in the early '70s. Many other personas and more hits followed, including successful collaborations with the likes of Queen, Tina Turner and Mick Jagger. Bowie also turned his talents toward the silver screen, appearing in a variety of films, and launched his own website and boutique Internet service provider. His music career continues, and Bowie's also a survivor of drug addiction and major heart surgery -- not to mention husband to gorgeous, exotic supermodel Iman (and father of her child). How does he do it all? The stars may have a hunch!

Birth Details:
January 8, 1947
London, England

A Capricorn Sun sheds some light on Bowie's business savvy and ambition. This is, after all, the man who sold himself on Wall Street in a $55 million bond deal. The Goat makes for a person who cautiously plans things out every step of the way, constantly working toward their goal -- which, of course, is the top! Hardworking and conscientious, Bowie seeks security and stability; gaining some fame along the way wouldn't be too shabby either. His Sun makes a square to Neptune, indicative of a creative and intuitive person. This man of many personas and talents has a vivid imagination and a wild fantasy life.

With his Moon in Leo, the artist once known as Ziggy Stardust has creativity and imagination galore. The loud and proud Lion ensures that everything he does will be bigger and better. A natural performer, he has a flair for the dramatic and fairly sparkles with charisma.

The planet of communication, Mercury, finds itself in Capricorn, alongside Bowie's Sun. Realistic and practical to the core, Bowie is self-disciplined and detailed when going after his goals. He has a flypaper memory for facts and figures, as these might come in handy further down the road. Common sense, organization and tact characterize communication as ruled by Capricorn. Mercury's square to Neptune, the planet of illusion, adds a creative, out-there spin to things. Articulating thoughts could be a complicated endeavor for Bowie, and he may sometimes say things that no one else understands since they're so far out there in the stratosphere.

When it comes to matters of the heart, Bowie has Venus cozying up to Sagittarius, making him someone who likes his freedom. Adventure and excitement color his relationships, leading him to a taste for the new, different and exotic. Iman had better be able to keep up with this adventurer! Venus's trine to Saturn, the planet of responsibility and discipline, has a slowing effect on the fiery influence of the Archer in Bowie's chart. This signals that long-term relationships could be better suited to Bowie (who has been with Iman for more than a decade).

With Mars, the planet of passion, in Capricorn (yes, the Goat again!), Bowie's energy goes toward fulfilling all his ambitions; he's determined to fulfill his long-term plan. His Mars conjuncts the Sun, which makes him even more of a go-getter and adds quite a bit more oomph to the Goat's natural ambition. Bowie is particularly assertive; he knows what he wants and goes after it. With five cardinal planets in his chart, Bowie is an initiator and an innovator. Shaping music history and fashion trends is a given for this self-starter.

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Angelina Jolie (Actress)

2006-01-18T11:11:00.000-08:00

Actress Angelina Jolie, never a stranger to Hollywood, has certainly established herself as a star in her own right. With three -- count 'em -- Golden Globes under her belt and an Oscar for best supporting actress in Girl, Interrupted to boot, Jolie, an airy Gemini, is flying high. The daughter of actor Jon Voight is a former model and tattooed bad girl who first received major critical acclaim for her roles in the TV movies George Wallace and Gia. She has gone on to hold her own opposite the likes of Denzel Washington (in The Bone Collector), Nicolas Cage (in Gone in Sixty Seconds) and Brad Pitt (in Mr. and Mrs. Smith), and her embodiment of Lara Croft: Tomb Raider definitely proved that this star is a force to be reckoned with. Her tempestuous personal life has also garnered her lots of publicity and attention, but Jolie has come happily down to earth in her latest roles as mother and humanitarian. Let's see what the stars have to say about what makes this beauty a star.

Birth Details:
June 4, 1975
Los Angeles, California

Born under Gemini's influence, Jolie was bound from the beginning to follow her own path toward self-knowledge and enlightenment. Geminis have a great urge to communicate and express themselves, making acting a natural career choice; they also enjoy a constant, driving thirst for knowledge. They will not rely on the teachings of others, but instead must learn everything firsthand, regardless of the cost. Geminis may have difficulty concentrating on one particular field or career for very long.

Jolie is a true Gemini: As a child, she wanted to be a funeral director, but then began attending the prestigious Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute at the tender (and precocious) age of 11. Next she went into modeling, and later entered film school at New York University. Now Angelina is an established actress and one of Hollywood's hottest stars. But don't expect this leading lady to stick with acting for long -- her intense desire to learn life's lessons firsthand, coupled with her tendency to drop projects before they're finished, will most likely lead her places even she'll be surprised to go. And the traveling she's done as a UN Goodwill Ambassador has certainly gotten her off to an impressive start!

Gemini is an air sign, but Jolie's a real firebrand. This could have something to do with the heavy fire sign influence in her chart: Both Mars and Jupiter, her planets of passion and luck, reside in fiery Aries, making Jolie a direct, aggressive and competitive person who goes after what she wants on impulse, without a backward glance. Again, these planets' position in Aries influences Jolie's courageous, carefree enthusiasm for life, as well as her potential inability to finish what she's started. One great life lesson for her will be learning to ground herself and commit to one project or undertaking -- or person.

Venus, the planet of love, resides in Cancer in Jolie's chart. For her, marriage means security. She has a tendency to cling to those she loves, whether romantically or platonically (in her Oscar acceptance speech on March 26, 2000, she tearfully proclaimed her undying love for her brother). Her marriage to British actor Jonny Lee Miller didn't last long. Jonny's a Scorpio -- a water sign -- which may help explain their split. Jolie's chart is almost completely lacking in earth signs; she may do best with an earthy mate who provides her with the stability and practicality that she can't easily provide for herself.

Billy Bob Thornton wasn't an earth sign -- and wasn't the lifelong mate for Jolie either. Jolie's Mars in Aries makes her a doer, not a talker. She married Miller wearing black rubber pants and a t-shirt bearing his name on the back -- written in her own blood. She married Thornton even though he was already engaged to someone else (actress Laura Dern). Is Jolie crazy or callous? Not necessarily either -- she simply feels and acts passionately. Her Moon squares Saturn, however, which lends an inhibitive influence to her emotional life; as much as she wants love, and as passionate as she can feel about another person, she may tend toward despondency and discouragement in her love life. She would benefit from learning to be more trusting and optimistic.

Jolie, French for 'pretty,' is actually Angelina's middle name. The strong Gemini influence in Angelina's chart makes her totally unwilling to ride on her famous father's Hollywood coattails. Her Mercury is in Gemini as well, gracing her with an agile, perceptive mind and the ability to think logically. Her Saturn is in Cancer, which will benefit her well on her course through life: Whether she continues with acting or settles on another form of self-expression, Angelina is graced with the tenacity to continue on any course she chooses, regardless of the obstacles that may arise. She does not want anyone's sympathy and would rather solve her own problems without anyone's help. If she can keep her energies from becoming divided (her Jupiter in Aries frequently leads her to overextend herself), she is likely to go far and find the peace and knowledge that she seeks.

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Ben Affleck (Actor)

2006-01-15T01:46:00.000-08:00

Ben Affleck's star rose on a trajectory that left mere mortals in awe. His beginnings were humble enough, with roles in flicks such as School Ties and Dazed and Confused; then this Hollywood It Boy caught the eyes of many as the eager-for-love, confused young man pining for Alyssa (played by Dazed costar Joey Lauren Adams) in the indie hit Chasing Amy. Next up was the springboard role of Chuckie in the self-penned (with pal Matt Damon) Good Will Hunting, a film that won them the Oscar for best original screenplay. Affleck subsequently starred opposite Bruce Willis and Liv Tyler in Armageddon, a shoot-'em-up, save-the-world blockbuster; his resume since includes plenty more hit action flicks and occasional forays into comedy, and his personal life has been major tabloid fodder. His on-again, off-again girlfriend of twelve years was replaced by Gwyneth Paltrow almost as soon as Affleck hit Hollywood. Their romance quickly ran hot and cold too, and his relationship with Jennifer Lopez certainly continued the trend. Will Jennifer Garner break that pattern? Let's see what the stars have to say about Affleck's meteoric rise to fame and his unpredictable love life!

Birth Details:
August 15, 1972
Berkeley, California

Born under a Leo Sun, Affleck needs to be noticed, recognized, appreciated, adored and worshiped. His Mars in Virgo indicates a truly detail-oriented ambitious streak, meaning he's likely to get everything he wants and more. Perhaps this is why he didn't let the wrong people in Hollywood take control of his Good Will Hunting script. His insistence on getting this film made the right way brought in top talent, such as director Gus Van Sant and costar Robin Williams, a bold stroke that can be attributed to the nit-picky perfectionism inherent to this planetary alignment. Affleck truly knows how to get things done.

With his Venus in Cancer, Affleck is quite the cozy, sensitive and emotional lover. He is caring, knows how to be nice to Mom and is probably a whiz in the kitchen, whipping up hearty home cooking to please his loved ones. In fact, he'll do almost anything to impress someone he loves. But he can also get his feelings hurt rather easily and needs lots of reassurance that he's appreciated and loved -- reassurance that his proud, unyielding Leo Sun (and Mercury in Leo, too) may not allow him to ask for. This combination may account for the many ups and downs in his romances -- and hold the answer to how he can pursue true love with his latest flame, Jen.

Ben's Mercury in Leo puts him right out in front of the world, and he definitely has something to say. Much like his character in Shakespeare in Love, Affleck is dramatic and energetic, with a true aptitude for storytelling. He's not content simply to say what someone else's script dictates, however. Affleck has big ideas of his own, hence his own successful screenplay (Hunting) and the launch of Project Greenlight, his brainchild with pal Matt Damon, intended to give struggling, unknown screenwriters the same kind of chance Affleck and Damon enjoyed with their first script. With Mercury in Leo, Affleck's given to strong opinions and will go out of his way to express his views. And with an Oscar and several blockbusters under his belt, he'll certainly get to keep on expressing them.

Paris Hilton (TopModel)

2006-01-07T06:08:00.000-08:00

Paris Hilton isn't just famous, she's meta-famous. Well before her 21st birthday, Hilton made a name for herself as a party-hopping socialite and jet-setter, just about immediately becoming a regular in all the popular tabloids (which labeled her 'Paris the Heiress'). Hilton is the great-granddaughter of hotel mogul Conrad Hilton -- which makes her a member of one of the wealthiest families on the planet. Born with the beauty of a model, she tried her hand at that profession for a while, along with acting in both television and film roles; she played herself in Zoolander, a satiric look at the world of high fashion, alongside Ben Stiller. But pampered Paris's forays into the real world with Nicole Richie (the daughter of singer Lionel Richie) for the reality series The Simple Life are what have made her a household name -- well, that and a certain scandalous video. Now she's well on her way to parlaying that celebrity into successful careers in film and fashion, among other things. So what's in the stars that makes this heiress so hot?

Birth Details:
February 17, 1981
New York City, New York

As a child, Hilton's every wish was just a casual mention away from becoming reality, so it's understandable that she could believe rules don't apply to her. But the gleeful rebelliousness she's only too happy to display -- and the fact that she's never met an envelope she won't push just as far as she possibly can -- suggests something else. Hilton's urge to be seen as a true individual goes far deeper than just enjoying the rarified benefits of her privileged environment. Anyone who's known for breaking rules or deliberately making a spectacle of themselves must be one of those startling people born under the strong influence of Uranus -- and Hilton is no exception to that rule. She has three planets in Uranus's own sign, Aquarius, including the Sun (which describes what we're striving our hardest to become), Mercury (the planet in charge of what we say and how we say it) and Venus (the planet of love, attraction and relationships).

Between the freedom that she's allowed by virtue of her exceptional wealth and Aquarius's substantial energy, Hilton almost couldn't help becoming famous -- but there's more. She was also born with the Moon in Leo, the sign of the performer. Those born with Leo Moons are many things, but they've never been known for being shy, retiring or afraid to step into any spotlight. These people just love the roar of the crowd, and they aren't afraid to do what it takes to keep that spotlight directly on them. Fortunately, they're so entertaining that no one minds.

Hilton may be her last name, but individuality is Paris's middle name, astrologically speaking -- and there's no doubt she'll continue to make that fact known.

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Steven Spielberg and Amy Irving

2006-01-05T08:12:00.000-08:00

A Comparison of Temperaments and Life Styles that Affect Their Ability to Harmonize with Each Other

Amy Irving's Sun in Virgo and Steven Spielberg's Sun in Sagittarius:(Part1)

While Amy Irving tends to focus on the trees, Steven Spielberg is interested in the forest. Very often, Amy Irving points out problems with specific details of any situation, while Steven Spielberg would rather discuss the overall, general outlook, rather than the practical details. These different approaches can balance each other. They are also likely to conflict with each other at times, especially when Steven Spielberg feels that the details will take care of themselves, and Amy Irving should simply have more faith in the process. Amy Irving can be guilty of spending so much time criticizing the details that the overall goal of an otherwise excellent plan is missed. Steven Spielberg, on the other hand, may need Amy Irving's detailed analysis but not be willing to admit it.

Positively, they can work together, with Steven Spielberg providing a great deal of vision and enterprise, and Amy Irving providing a great deal of practical advice, expertise and skill. However, it is inevitable that Steven Spielberg will feel annoyed with Amy Irving's pettiness and criticism at times, and Amy Irving will feel frustrated by Steven Spielberg's sloppiness of thought or behavior. Much humor, tolerance and awareness of their legitimate differences will be needed to work these problems through.

Jennifer Lopez (Actress)

2006-01-05T08:00:00.000-08:00

Jennifer Lopez's artistic and personal achievements -- as an actress, singer and general big shot -- have finally managed to overshadow her much-discussed and much-admired derriere. The shapely Lopez and her whispery sex-kitten voice stole scenes from Sean Penn and Nick Nolte in U Turn and created some truly intense screen chemistry with George Clooney in Out of Sight. In 1999, she released her first album, On the 6, and watched it go five times platinum. Then in 2000, Lopez enjoyed her first big-time blockbuster with The Cell, a surrealistic psychological thriller for which she was paid $4 million, topping her own record as the highest-paid Hispanic actress ever. And she topped herself again by pulling in $9 million each for her roles in The Wedding Planner (opposite Matthew McConaughey) and Angel Eyes! She sizzles on screen, and her tempestuous personal life has created tons of fodder for the tabloids. And while some of her films have earned reputations for being less than stellar, she's still inarguably hot -- she even worked with Jane Fonda in Monster-in-Law, the screen legend's first film after a 15-year hiatus. This onetime In Living Color Fly Girl has quite a shining future ahead. Let's see what the stars have to say about it!

Birth Details:
July 24, 1969
The Bronx, New York

Lopez was born with her Sun in Leo, a fire sign intent on action and gaining acclaim -- indeed, she burst on the scene with the Lion's vigor. Full of Leo's gregariousness, Lopez easily forms a connection with her audience that's intimate and full of pride. As the highest-paid Latina actress ever, and as someone who calls her own shots and makes her own demands, she's become a role model for legions of young women.

Leo's vibrant energy also shows up in the placement of Lopez's Mercury, driving this sexy star to succeed all the more. The planet of communication and self-expression in this fire sign indicates an individual gifted with a fertile but focused mind and a knack for expressing ideas in the most dramatic ways possible. One thing to watch for with this placement is a sort of intellectual superiority. Not knowing when to take the advice of others over her own self-assured opinions -- a quality that comes from the fixed nature of this sign -- could put up obstacles in Lopez's path to realizing some of her dreams.

When Mars, the planet of ambition and passion, finds itself in Sagittarius, you've got an individual with an enthusiastic drive for knowledge rooted deeply in her ego. The main goal of Sagittarian energy is to pursue freedom and understand life's big picture. Mars in Sagittarius often leads to a life full of travel and new, foreign experiences -- indeed, Lopez's ambitions and passions have turned her into a globe-trotting superstar! The Archer's fondness for good-natured fun and his emphasis on inspiration come through again and again in the variety of rousing and engaging characters Lopez portrays so well.

Lopez also benefits from Mars sextile Uranus in her chart. This aspect urges her always to strive for more, even just as one goal has been attained. Right on the heels of her big success in Out of Sight, she released her first album, promoting it and touring just like any other hardworking performer. Mars also makes a square (a hard aspect that causes unease in a chart) to Jupiter, the planet of philosophy and good fortune. Jupiter increases that which it touches, so here's yet another indicator of an ambitious entrepreneur and tireless worker. Lucky for Lopez, she's got the inspirational energy of Mars trine Neptune in her chart. A trine is a soft aspect that lends a certain ease to affairs, opening the flow of energy between the planets involved in the aspect -- in this case Mars and Neptune, the planets of action and ideals. She's a person who works to make her dreams come true.

Lopez's chart also features a sextile between her Leo Sun and Jupiter, making her appropriately proud and confident. A sextile is a harmonious aspect that allows this multitalented star to enjoy the luck and popularity Jupiter has brought her. Reaping the rewards of this aspect requires some work on her part, though, and no one can say that Lopez hasn't earned her success -- all the way from Fly Girl to superstar!

Indeed, Jennifer Lopez's is not an overnight success story. Some of her perseverance and tenacity can be traced to Saturn's position in Taurus in her chart. Saturn, the planet of karmic lessons, in this placement makes for a patient and persistent person willing to work hard, dig in and really fight for what she wants. Serious and single-minded, those with Saturn in Taurus can sometimes get so wrapped up in moving forward toward achievement and security that they fail to reach out in love. Venus in Gemini doesn't help Lopez out much either. Potentially quite fickle, Gemini's energy can leave its possessor easily bored in relationships and in constant need of stimulation and new input. Will Marc Anthony finally quell this air sign's effect on his wife?

Wherever her personal life takes her, Lopez shows no signs of slowing down -- she's still got goals to reach, hit songs to perform, blockbuster movies to make and precedents to set.

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Mariah Carey (Musician)

2006-01-02T09:25:00.000-08:00

Shrinking violet' is not a phrase that describes Aries Mariah Carey. The songbird in the short, short dress knows that glamour plus vocal prowess equals mega-success. However, life wasn't always so simple for this diva, who penned tunes in high school in the hopes of being recognized by someone in the music business. Her dream came true when Sony honcho Tommy Mottola saw promise in the young singer and signed her right up. Tommy married Mariah, too, but that deal turned out to be less than successful. Not even a famous film flop or relentless tabloid attention could keep this talent down. With numerous hit albums and Grammy Awards under her belt, Mariah continues to dazzle her fans. What's in the stars that makes this diva so divine?

Birth Details:
March 27, 1970
Huntington, New York

Born under an Aries Sun, Carey is a feisty and independent woman who wants to be the best. She probably has a major competitive streak and is an A student in the school of 'me first!' Much to her credit, Carey has the enthusiasm and initiative to be front-page news. With her Sun conjunct Mercury, Mariah's will to act on all her many ideas is further strengthened. Nervous energy is the order of the day here -- both good and bad. Carey's Sun and Mercury both find themselves opposite Uranus, the planet of rebellion, in her chart. The Sun's opposition to Uranus is anything but subtle, presenting us with a woman who is willful to the point of being dictatorial. Mercury's opposition to Uranus sounds off in the form of inconsistent ideas, radical points of view and myriad controversies. The singer's actions will get her into trouble from time to time, but she'll get a lot done too.

Thanks to her Mercury in Aries, Carey won't always think before she speaks. That may be why she's quick to talk about a very familiar subject -- herself! Yes, Mariah is fast on her feet; she loves to mix it up and is a fighter when it comes to verbal sparring. With her Venus, planet of love, also in Aries, Ms. Carey can be a bit selfish in the game of love. The singer is aggressive and competitive when it comes to relationships, although she is also deliciously sociable and delightfully romantic. This placement further indicates that Carey is likely to spend her money as quickly as she makes it. Lastly, with her Venus unaspected in the heavens (making no aspects to any planets or points), Carey's romantic persona may be somewhat disconnected from the rest of her personality.

Her Mars in Taurus brings Carey back to terra firma. The Bull's meeting with the planet of passion still signals strength and determination, but of a more measured and purposeful variety. This songstress will get the things she wants (like money), albeit in due course. Since Mars is conjunct stern Saturn here, Carey will see to it that she's always got a plan and is working steadily toward it.

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Charlize Theron (Actress)

2006-01-01T02:07:00.000-08:00

The days of being 'discovered' at a Hollywood soda fountain may be long gone, but apparently you can still catch an agent's eye -- if you're stubborn enough to put up a fuss in a bank on Hollywood Boulevard. Just ask Charlize Theron. Two weeks after she arrived in Los Angeles, a bank teller on that famous strip refused to accept Theron's out-of-state check. She gave the teller a piece of her mind and ended up walking out without the cash -- but with something far more important in her pocket: the card of the agent who would give her star-studded career its start. It didn't take long for Theron to gain a reputation as a box-office success. She got her first major break playing opposite Keanu Reeves in The Devil's Advocate, then starred in The Cider House Rules, The Legend of Bagger Vance and The Italian Job. It was her role as convicted serial killer Aileen Wuornos in Monster, however, that gained Theron the critical acclaim -- and shiny gold Oscar! -- that her Leo Sun and Moon have always craved. Let's see what light the stars will shed on this spirited actress!

Birth Details:
August 7, 1975
Benoni, South Africa

Theron was born on the day of a new Moon in Leo, the sign that craves appreciation and applause more than any other. New Moons bring the Sun and Moon together in the same sign, uniting the inner and outer sides of the individual's personality in pursuit of the same goal. The end result is that what you see is quite literally what you get. Leo is the sign of the performer and also rules the heart -- so above all else, Leos absolutely must know that they are loved. It's not surprising, then, that Theron has the ability to throw herself so completely into her roles. She's able to transform an internal, emotional need for 'mass love' into the external ability to entertain the public, thus earning the adoration and appreciation her soul lives for.

But speaking of transforming, it's the strong influence of Neptune, the great pretender, that gives Theron the ability to seamlessly shape-shift into such a wide variety of characters. For her role in Monster, it was this deceptive planet that helped Theron 'hide' her lovely, willowy Venus in Virgo. She packed on 30 pounds, wore a set of badly gnarled prosthetic teeth and was plastered with heavy makeup that transformed her perfect complexion into a sun-damaged disaster. All of that might certainly be credited to the talents of a makeup artist and director, but if Theron hadn't been enough of a chameleon to pull off the charade, no amount of makeup or coaching would have done the job.

Determination is what keeps any of us on our life path -- and in Theron's case, that quality comes from the same aggressive, determined Mars in Taurus that got her noticed to start with, a combination that ensures that she absolutely will not give up until she has to. This will be the planetary combination that enables Theron to enjoy her place in the spotlight -- and audiences to enjoy her electric work -- for years to come.

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John F. Kennedy (U.S. President)

2005-12-31T04:42:00.000-08:00

John F. Kennedy was the youngest man ever to be elected president of the United States. He was also the youngest president ever to be assassinated. The intrigue behind his life, loves and early death remain a hot topic of conversation, even decades later. Behind the conspiracy theories and illicit affairs, who was this man? Perhaps the stars can give us an idea.

Birth Details: May 29, 1917 Brookline Massachusetts

Born under a Gemini Sun, Kennedy could always see every side of a story. When he was in the House of Representatives, though his district contained mostly Democrats, he would occasionally veer toward Republican thought if he decided that was best. Highly intellectual, it's no surprise that the former president was also a Harvard man, and his intelligence was always apparent. While he definitely didn't graduate at the top of his high school class, he was still voted most likely to succeed.

Succeed he did, perhaps thanks to his Virgo Moon, which lends an influence quite different from that of flighty Gemini. This placement is one of restraint and inhibition, in certain respects. Not likely to be the life of the party, Kennedy still made himself heard. In work (and probably hygiene!), he had a very strict, impeccable routine, and he was also an upstanding citizen. Throughout his life, his habits seemed beyond reproach, from his participation in school athletics to his time in the Navy to a life in public office.

But some habits may not have been as impeccable as they seemed. With his Sun, Mercury, Venus, Mars and Jupiter in the eighth house of sex, Kennedy was far from perfect. Romantically linked with such ladies as Marilyn Monroe, Zsa Zsa Gabor and Marlene Dietrich, Kennedy's romantic life far overstepped the bounds of traditional marriage vows. The eighth house also rules death and rebirth, which Kennedy experienced a lot of in his life, from his older brother's death in World War II to the loss of his youngest child shortly after the baby's birth to his own early death. He went through quite a bit of rebirth too: He suffered from a variety of health problems and illnesses, but always pulled through them. And though he rose steadily through the ranks in his political career, he was constantly diversifying his politics and trying new things.

With Mercury, Mars and Jupiter in Taurus, Kennedy was strongly influenced by the Bull, and his success was largely due to this steady drive and determination. He overcame some severe obstacles to get where he was and stay there. Kennedy's planet of communication, Mercury, tempered his prudence; he did not speak too intellectually or too foolishly, but in a personable way that allowed millions of people to understand him. The passion planet, Mars, in the sign of the bull explains his late start in politics. Unlike many politicians who were groomed for the job from birth, this man traveled, fought and wrote all before he began his official political career. The Bull may be slow to get going, but once it does, there's no stopping it.

Even with all that persistence, though, JFK was eventually stopped -- not by the Bull, but by a bullet. Though controversy still surrounds his assassination, conspiracy theories all seem rather unimportant when looking at the life of this former president. Though one can't be sure what his destiny would have been had he lived, five fixed planets indicate that it would have been more of the same -- his dogged determination and common sense would have kept him on top. The loss of John F. Kennedy was the loss of a great thinker and a leader who did more good than most.

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Naomi Campbell (Supermodel)

2005-12-27T11:46:00.000-08:00

What does catwalk queen Naomi Campbell have to smile about? Everything, you'd think -- yet the supermodel is in a perpetual pout. Must be the look. This beauty with flowing locks and legs up to there has certainly made her mark on the fashion world, gracing innumerable magazine covers around the globe while still finding time to be a big-name heartbreaker.

Birth Details:May 22, 1970 London, England

Born with her Sun in Gemini, Campbell is versatile, witty and clever to the max. She may quite often be lost in thought (perhaps explaining the pouty visage -- she's not pouting, just pondering?), yet she can ably do two things at once in the best Gemini tradition. Since her Sun is opposite illusory Neptune, those mental gymnastics morph into a fantasy world that knows no bounds. Campbell will have difficulty distinguishing reality from illusion -- and her fast-lane life of rock stars and rocking till dawn isn't likely to be any help. Neptune's eye often turns to glamour, illusion and escapism, so this lady's chosen career in modeling may actually offer her an outlet for her mysterious energies.

With her Moon in Sagittarius, Campbell once again finds that modeling is a good fit. She enjoys travel and gravitates to foreigners to help satisfy her basic yearning to know the meaning of life. Sagittarius speaks to the spiritual and to a quest for truth. As a result, Campbell is likely to focus on one topic and go deep. Her wits have gotten her where she is -- with a little help from the answers she's picked up along the way.

Thanks to her Mercury in Taurus, Campbell has a sharp, practical mind. Since Mercury is conjunct taskmaster Saturn here, she may feel a bit insecure about her ability to speak her mind in an intelligent, clear manner. This abrogation of self may have been hammered home at an early age, perhaps by an authority figure.

With Venus in Gemini, Campbell is once again thinking big, this time about how much she'd like her lover to be her intellectual equal. Since Venus is at the 29th, or anaretic, degree in her chart, Naomi clearly has something to learn from her relationships. Luckily for her, she'll have plenty of practice, since she's quite adept at juggling two beaux at once. Furthermore, with Venus square both rebellious Uranus and powerful Pluto in her chart, Campbell has the charisma to overshadow most of her self-doubts, and you can bet it will be on her terms.

Mars also finds itself in Gemini, a surefire sign that Campbell is a terrific tease and quick to debate just for the fun of it. Make no mistake, though: When she gets down to business, she'll have information to burn and just the remark to put others at ease. And with Mars square Pluto, the last word will be Naomi's -- period.

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