William J. Riley Sr. (1920-2006), known as 'Mr. State Fair,' was an influential American entertainer from Iowa. Born in Iowa Falls, he faced challenges from an early age, including the loss of his father during the Great Depression. He began his broadcasting career in radio, transitioning to television in 1946. He is best known for founding the Bill Riley Iowa State Fair Talent Search, providing a platform for young Iowans to showcase their talents. Riley was actively involved in entertainment until his retirement and was recognized with multiple honors for his contributions.
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Bill Riley Sr. belongs to the GI Generation group.
Place of Birth: Iowa Falls, Iowa
Place of Death: Scottsdale, Arizona
Cause of Death: leukemia
Educated At: Ellsworth Community College
Occupation: entertainer
Children: Bill Riley Jr.
Employers: KRNT, Hawkeye Cablevision
Awards Received: Inducted into Iowa Rock 'n Roll Music Association's Hall of Fame (2004) | Grand marshal of Iowa State Fair parade (2006)
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Ephemeris for October 7, 1920
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on October 7, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for October 7, 2025 |
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| Sun | 14 Libra 7 | 14 Libra 41 | 0 Aquarius 7 |
| Moon | 19 Leo 10 | 22 Aries 13 | 14 Gemini 23 |
| Mercury | 3 Scorpio 22 | 1 Scorpio 31 | 2 Aquarius 43 |
| Venus | 9 Scorpio 43 | 22 Virgo 21 | 15 Pisces 46 |
| Mars | 22 Sagittarius 13 | 10 Scorpio 27 | 11 Pisces 55 |
| Jupiter | 8 Virgo 30 | 23 Cancer 14 | 18 Virgo 11 |
| Saturn | 19 Virgo 18 | 27 Pisces 9 | 25 Virgo 17 |
| Uranus | 2 Pisces 12 | 1 Gemini 4 | 3 Pisces 41 |
| Neptune | 13 Leo 19 | 0 Aries 21 | 12 Leo 42 |
| Pluto | 8 Cancer 54 | 1 Aquarius 22 | 7 Cancer 24 |
| Rahu | 7 Scorpio 30 | 16 Pisces 41 | 1 Scorpio 57 |
| Ketu | 7 Taurus 30 | 16 Virgo 41 | 1 Taurus 57 |
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