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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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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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on October 7, 2024 | Secondary Progressions for October 7, 2024 |
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| Sun | 14 Libra 7 | 14 Libra 55 | 29 Capricorn 6 |
| Moon | 19 Leo 10 | 8 Sagittarius 52 | 29 Taurus 57 |
| Mercury | 3 Scorpio 22 | 19 Libra 59 | 1 Aquarius 1 |
| Venus | 9 Scorpio 43 | 17 Scorpio 46 | 14 Pisces 39 |
| Mars | 22 Sagittarius 13 | 18 Cancer 17 | 11 Pisces 9 |
| Jupiter | 8 Virgo 30 | 21 Gemini 19 | 18 Virgo 14 |
| Saturn | 19 Virgo 18 | 13 Pisces 51 | 25 Virgo 18 |
| Uranus | 2 Pisces 12 | 26 Taurus 45 | 3 Pisces 38 |
| Neptune | 13 Leo 19 | 28 Pisces 3 | 12 Leo 43 |
| Pluto | 8 Cancer 54 | 29 Capricorn 38 | 7 Cancer 25 |
| Rahu | 7 Scorpio 30 | 6 Aries 0 | 2 Scorpio 0 |
| Ketu | 7 Taurus 30 | 6 Libra 0 | 2 Taurus 0 |
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