Analysis of Robert De Niro's astrological chart

He played every role, with a preference for unstable, neurotic or lost souls. And with such amazing capacity of transformation! His magnetism leaves his audience gobsmacked. The analysis of his natal chart confirms the very eclectic nature of his talent. Born under the sign of Leo, Robert De Niro represents very well this sign, which also shelters an emblematic Jupiter-Pluto conjunction, considered a generational aspect, in his 2nd House of possessions. Therefore, it is not surprising that the actor became synonymous with the values of his time and of a realistic and brilliant cinema. Let us not forget that Leo is associated with classical success. Fortunately, the Jupiter-Pluto duet endows De Niro with ambitious pragmatism blended with sharp lucidity. He puts these two facets at the service of his experiences – in his case, a career as an artist – and at the same time, he protects his personal integrity.

It is probably thanks to this conjunction that over time, Robert De Niro acquired the financial stability and authority needed to put together a film project, or any other venture, based solely on the credibility of his name. On the other hand, the Cancer Ascendant is quite different. Whereas his Leo's will pays no attention to details, in the social area, Robert de Niro comes across as a more reserved and introverted man. Those who worked with him know that, although he does not balk at doing promotional work, he does not reveal his feelings publicly. Taciturn, even shy, he does not really need outward signs of stardom like a hard-line Leo would.

Furthermore, in his chart, the Moon adds a strong emotional touch, for she is in Pisces, a sign in which the House of career is found (the MC). The Moon, also ruler of the Ascendant, forms numerous aspects. She trines the Ascendant, and opposes Mercury and Venus. In our opinion, it is probably the main feature of the chart. Along with the above-mentioned specificities, this highly watery Moon confirms that the actor is capable of all transformations thanks to a personality which is as malleable as can be. Thus, he is able to put on 30 kilos for a role if necessary, and to completely blend into his personages.

The opposition to Mercury underlines that his topics of interest are multiple and may cause some nervousness. This aspect linking two fast-moving planets is the mark of an almost adolescent hyper-sensitivity, though focused on intellectual or cultural matters (3rd-9th axis). Trips are numerous, despite contradictions between his affection for his loved ones and his need of exoticism.

Venus' role is about the actor's complex love affairs. In Virgo, Venus indicates that Robert De Niro prefers to keep « the lion's share », drawn to a modest woman who is the polar opposite of a star. However, his own expectations are quite unclear. While he is a clever seducer who uses his wits thanks to Mercury's qualities, he is equally attracted in secret to women who are able to make him dream of an impossible osmosis... until Venus wakes up! Under the ferula of Mercury, the beautiful planet destroys Pisces' dreams through a rational and cold process.

Lastly, to round off this intimate portrait of Robert De Niro, let us look at his House of marriage, in Capricorn, ruled by Saturn in the 12th House. Once again, his taste for secrecy is confirmed. A late marriage is the only thing that suited him since he is actually a loner. Let us not forget that Venus squares Saturn, precisely! Getting back to the distribution of his planets, we note that they are all posited in the Eastern half of the chart around the Ascendant: Robert De Niro has great capacities for personal action, and makes his decisions without considering people's opinion. He is self-centred, with the nuance that the two planets at the rim of this “bowl” pattern are the Moon and Neptune. Yet an additional evidence of his flexibility and his limitless imagination.

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Tuesday, August 17, 1943

Brooklyn (Kings County) (NY) (United States)

23°30' Leo

14°20' Pisces

15°25' Cancer

25°29' Pisces

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Biography of Robert De Niro (excerpt)

Robert Anthony De Niro Jr. (born August 17, 1943 (birth time source: Neil Marbell quotes a colleague, from De Niro) is an American actor, producer, and director who holds both American and Italian citizenship. He is particularly known for his collaborations with filmmaker Martin Scorsese. He is the recipient of various accolades, including two Academy Awards, a Golden Globe Award, the Cecil B....

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By the end of 2013, Robert De Niro is busy, playing in a succession of films. Jupiter, who just crossed his Ascendant, heightens his sensitivity and his ability to become another person. A proof among many: the media reported that he played so well the part of a homeless man during the shooting of Paul Weitz's film that, disguised as a tramp, he was rebuffed at a New-York restaurant! Under the influence of soft transits, he is likely to draw good audiences in early 2014, when Jupiter progresses into the 1st House and grants his protection, since he is well linked to the career (MC). Robert De Niro will need to be cautious when Venus retrogrades in Capricorn in the House of marriage. Indeed, Venus will be challenged by the cardinal Grand Square of 2014, while Pluto will reach the Descendant at the beginning of 2015. What kind of transformation will this bring about again? By essence, it will be a mysterious one.

^* A planet less than 1° from the next House cusp is considered to be posited in the said House. 2° when the AS and the MC are involved