Analysis of John Travolta's astrological chart

John Travolta's natal chart cannot be analysed quickly, because it is complex. Firstly, the mix of the Sun in Aquarius, a future-oriented and progressive sign, and the Ascendant in Cancer, a sign synonymous with the past and nostalgia, inevitably indicates a few contradictions. Either one experiences successive life sequences with several prevalent principles, or one feels inner conflicts. Of course, everything depends on the possible predominance of either influence. In this case, instead of considering only the Aquarius-Cancer configuration, to have a clear picture one must go further.

It is true that Cancer is the dominant by a whisker, owing to the presence of Uranus, ruler of the solar sign. However, one must not overlook Pisces, where Mercury and Venus are posited. In addition, Saturn in Scorpio strengthens the Water element and gives a great deal of receptiveness.

Travolta was born in Englewood (New Jersey) in a family of actors. He is the son of immigrants (Italy on the side of his paternal grandfather, and Ireland on the side of his mother). It is most likely that, as a child, he was very attached to and respectful of the family and its traditions. Physically, the result of the blend is a young wolf with jet-black hair and clear eyes, the assets he used when he began his career. Musicals fascinated him, and to dedicate himself to them, he abandoned his studies. He rapidly mastered a technique which highlights the way he swayed his hips, and turned him into the hero of Saturday Night Fever. It was the golden age of disco – the '70s – which turned out well for Travolta, far beyond his expectations.

Precisely, the desire to stand out and to make his personal innovative way lies dormant within him. He likes provocations, one of Aquarius' traits. We cannot but notice the similarities between the character of Tony Manero, which earned him fame, and Travolta's real life.

With the Midheaven in Aries, he needs to express himself in public in a physical way. Even though he dances, he is not the type to get lost within a group. He must clearly be the leader. Moreover, Mars, ruler of the axis representing the career, is in Sagittarius and forms mixed aspects. On the one hand, the planet trines the Ascendant, indicating the possibility to pursue his passions totally, especially if they are intense. On the other hand, Mars also squares the planets symbolising love and emotions, Venus and the Moon.

Therefore, it is reasonable to assume that, in this area too, nothing is simple. Venus in Pisces, as mentioned above, prompts Travolta to seek a gentle and loving partner with whom to nurture an osmotic bond. Since the marriage axis is in Aquarius, and Venus, in the 8th House (sexuality), it is certain that attraction and attachments are both unconventional, burning, and unlimited. However, the Moon in Virgo brings him back to earth whenever necessary. With a strong analytical sign ruled by Mercury, logical thinking usually gets the upper hand over feelings.

The actor has been married for many years with Kelly Preston, whose chart is in good synastry with Travolta's. This has not prevented rumours about a possible homosexuality to spread. He denied them but does not hide being a member of the Church of Scientology – like his comrade Tom Cruise – for which he may have made sometimes dubious choices which confirm his emotional ambiguity.

Getting back to his career path, it is interesting to note that the comedian provides a rare example of successful and even triumphant come-back. Indeed, although the '70s belong to him thanks to his role in Grease, he underwent a long eclipse afterwards. He could have remained the very first degree icon of the flared trousers years dear to those who shine under faceted balls. Fortunately for him, Quentin Tarantino, who always had a real knack for spotting the potential of the most atypical actors, contacted Travolta for Pulp Fiction. The film won Cannes Golden Palm, and the whole world enjoyed the self-mockery Travolta shows, especially in the cult scene of his frenzied Twist with Uma Thurman.

The audience sees – or discovers – an inspired but phlegmatic Travolta. As he explained to Vanity Fair, this duo was anything but improvised and could have dethroned all the Dancing with the Stars in the world. "Quentin recommended the Twist. And I said, 'Well, Little Johnny Travolta won the Twist contest when I was eight years old. But you may add other novelty dances that were very special in the day.' He said, 'What do you mean?' I said, 'There was the Batman, the Hitchhiker, the Swim, as well as the Twist.' And I showed them to him, and he loved them. I said, 'I'll teach Uma the steps, and when you want to see a different step, call it out."

Once again, the show as well as the explanations illustrate Travolta's duality, between tradition and modernity.

After the film, he had the opportunity to show additional facets of his play which otherwise would have remained totally unknown, for instance his talent for action films or even dramas. He won numerous awards in his life, except an Oscar.

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Thursday, February 18, 1954

Englewood (NJ) (United States)

29°38' Aquarius

11°11' Virgo

29°06' Cancer

13°36' Aries

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Biography of John Travolta (excerpt)

John Joseph Travolta (born February 18, 1954) is an American actor. He came to public attention during the 1970s, appearing on the television sitcom Welcome Back, Kotter (1975–1979) and starring in the box office successes Carrie (1976), Saturday Night Fever (1977), Grease (1978), and Urban Cowboy (1980). His acting career declined throughout the 1980s, but he enjoyed a resurgence in the 1990s...

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In the spring of 2017, the natal chart receives a mix of positive and less good transits. The asset is the position of Saturn, who supports the natal Sun and helps Travolta strengthen some projects. Simultaneously, Neptune is getting near natal Mercury, which heralds that long-dreamed of intellectual or commercial plans are carried out. Let us also discuss the opposition starting between Pluto and Uranus, even though it is generational. Since it occurs on the 6th-12th axis, the actor must pay attention to his health and remain careful. He can rely on Jupiter transiting natal Neptune, and then Saturn, in the autumn of 2017, and take the opportunity to work towards his ideals while remaining well-organised.

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