Analysis of Ewan McGregor's astrological chart

The Duality of the Signs of Aries and Libra

The Scottish actor Ewan McGregor has a balanced natal chart which emphasizes two opposite, therefore complementary, signs. Born with the Sun in Aries, he shines mainly owing to his Libra Ascendant, much more tenanted. But we shall elaborate on what may mean such a blend, probably very useful when one chooses the career of comedian, implying to melt into various characters.

The sign of Aries expresses itself first and foremost through individual values urging the chart's owner to rush headlong in life and new projects with ardor. In analogy with this phase of nature, Aries allows no room for hesitation, driven by a very strong impulsion and physical energy.

Libra, on the contrary, marks the moment when autumn begins, which suggests more level-headedness. After having integrated the lessons of the first six signs of the zodiac, Libra opens up to the social dimension; the other person becomes more important. However, Libra may prove less confident than Aries, because it takes into account all the numerous parameters of the situation, particularly that of others.

Thus, such duality is part of the essential temperament of this comedian. Besides, as we shall see, it is interesting to note that his career reflects aptitudes for action films but also for romantic roles, which matches this configuration.

With his Libra Ascendant, he developed an interest in drama at a young age. Fortunately for him, his parents, who were teachers, pushed him in this direction, and let him quit school at 16. Incidentally, it must be underlined that one of his uncles had already got a role in the first Star Wars trilogy, a saga in which McGregor was meant to shine later on. In the beginning, this purebred Scot undoubtedly knew on what kind of path he was treading, although it is most likely that he was far from imagining that his destiny would take him to Hollywood.

Anyway, it seemed that he was blessed with some good luck. As we know, a Libra Ascendant may produce different outcomes depending on whether Venus or Saturn is prevailing. In McGregor's case, it is obviously Venus who is highlighted, since, as the ruler of the chart, she is in Pisces, a sign in which she is comfortable, exalted.

The Ascendant in Libra – Venus in Pisces combination endows McGregor with a sanguine and communicative nature, though perhaps on a mode of expression based on sense and emotion. In other words, he certainly let himself be carried by the wave and was deeply grateful that he was chosen.

Actually, he owes a lot to the director Danny Boyle, who gave him a part in Shallow Grave, in 1994. This biting comedy, with a very British humor, exceeded the rather modest initial forecasts for this film. Immediately afterwards, McGregor hit a big time, and his name became famous.

Then came Transpotting, in which he could demonstrate his multi-talented acting skills by playing a heroin addict. Hollywood opened its arms to him, again thanks to Danny Boyle, who allowed him to resume roles of charmer and to play opposite gorgeous actresses such as Cameron Diaz in A life less ordinary in 1997, and Nicole Kidman in Moulin Rouge! in 2001. It is indisputable that his filmography is perfect, and that he is not averse to blockbusters.

Uranus on the Ascendant and the Sun in Aries Favor Action

With the Sun in Aries, but above all a prominent Uranus, just rising in the chart, the actor was bound to amaze us. As he slipped into the skin of Ben Kenobi, in Star Wars, he became an emblematic character of the saga, the kind of valiant knight that Aries often enjoys being, and more importantly, at ease in this very futuristic Uranian world.

Whereas apparently everything went well for McGregor, it is possible that he experienced very strong inner tensions. Indeed, natal Uranus, still in the 12th House but on an angle, is in opposition with the Sun in Aries, in the 6th, on an angle too.

In addition, Mars, ruler of Aries, forms a T-Square with these two planets. This highly energetic pattern stirs up a hornet nest; in reality, McGregor has a volcanic temperament, but beneath very civilized manners.

This must also have brought about adjustments in his private life, knowing that his Mars in the 3rd House, almost on the angle of the Imum Coeli, is in fact in opposition with the 10th House, the career. This House, in Cancer, under the authority of the Moon in Gemini, shows a great deal of plasticity. In McGregor's case, it is clear that the audience followed him, regardless of his choices.

The Moon in Gemini and in the 9th favors faraway adventures as well as attraction to females coming from foreign countries or having backgrounds differing from his.

However, to continue to identify what in McGregor's life prompted him to express these Aries-Uranus forces, we must note that he is a motorbike enthusiast and that he adores embarking on bold road trips.

Here, the association of the Sun-Uranus duet with the Moon in the 9th makes him enjoy exotic explorations. For instance, he travelled across Central Europe and even completed the whole journey between the tip of Scotland and Cape Town in South Africa. This long expedition has been the topic of a series which enabled to raise funds for UNICEF.

As for his romantic life, McGregor was never reported for getting up to mischief – in this, he keeps the elegance of the sign of his Ascendant. Nevertheless, he had two serious relationships, which is not surprising given the so revealing duality of his natal chart.

Difficult Transits in 2020, and Improvement in 2021

This year 2020, since the month of March and until July, the actor has been mainly undergoing a transit by square from Saturn on natal Mercury, at 29° Aries, disturbing his relationships and complicating his contracts or associations. This will be followed by a lull of several months, a climate which will grow stronger in December, this time with Jupiter in addition, though only during a couple of weeks.

Furthermore, since 2019, Neptune has been squaring the natal Moon in the 9th. The planet gave him an extremely hard time, mainly warping the way he sees things, especially regarding females. This unsettling transit will persist until the spring of 2021. It will be in the actor's interest to beware of stories which are too nice to last.

Fortunately, while Saturn, Jupiter, and Neptune throw McGregor off balance, Uranus, in trine with natal Mars during the summer of 2020, will offer considerable energy and will help him overcome one by one all the hurdles he may encounter. This transit of roughly three months will be active again in April and May 2021 and will provide an ultimate helping hand. At that time, it will be the turn of Jupiter, who will be in conjunction with natal Venus, perhaps for new love affairs.

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Wednesday, March 31, 1971

Perth, Scotland (United Kingdom)

10°25' Aries

18°03' Gemini

14°51' Libra

20°50' Cancer

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Biography of Ewan McGregor (excerpt)

Ewan Gordon McGregor (born March 31, 1971 (birth time source: Astrology Quarterly website Oct/2001, birth certificate)) is a Scottish actor who has had significant success in mainstream, indie and art house films. He is ranked #36 in Empire magazine's "The Top 100 Movie Stars of All Time" list. McGregor's first professional role was in 1993, when he won a leading role in the British...

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