James Earl Jones, born on January 17, 1931, is an American actor renowned for his deep voice and powerful performances. He gained fame for his roles in iconic films such as Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi (1983) and The Lion King (1994). With a prolific career spanning over several decades, Jones has also starred in numerous other films including Coming to America and The Hunt for Red October, along with various television series and specials. His impactful contributions have made him a respected figure in the entertainment industry.
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Meaning of the name - James
supplanter, he who takes the place of another
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James Earl Jones belongs to the Silent Generation group.
Place of Birth: Arkabutla
Educated At: Ranger School | University of Michigan
Occupation: dub actor | television actor | film actor | voice actor | stage actor
Spouses: Cecilia Hart
Children: Flynn Earl Jones
Awards Received: Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences | honorary doctor of Harvard University | Humanitarian of the Year | Horatio Alger Award | Paul Robeson Award | Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play | Daytime Emmy Award | National Medal of Arts | Kennedy Center Honors | Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award | Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series | Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie | Theatre World Award | Academy Honorary Award
Astrology Analysis
Ephemeris for January 17, 1931
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on January 17, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for January 17, 2025 |
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| Sun | 26 Capricorn 38 | 27 Capricorn 50 | 0 Taurus 37 |
| Moon | 14 Capricorn 28 | 12 Virgo 30 | 12 Gemini 52 |
| Mercury | 6 Capricorn 4 | 13 Capricorn 40 | 13 Taurus 14 |
| Venus | 10 Sagittarius 49 | 14 Pisces 48 | 24 Pisces 46 |
| Mars | 10 Leo 51 | 25 Cancer 34 | 6 Leo 51 |
| Jupiter | 13 Cancer 48 | 11 Gemini 48 | 13 Cancer 24 |
| Saturn | 15 Capricorn 55 | 15 Pisces 54 | 23 Capricorn 24 |
| Uranus | 11 Aries 44 | 23 Taurus 21 | 16 Aries 12 |
| Neptune | 5 Virgo 21 | 27 Pisces 36 | 3 Virgo 8 |
| Pluto | 19 Cancer 39 | 1 Aquarius 35 | 18 Cancer 46 |
| Rahu | 18 Aries 43 | 0 Aries 36 | 13 Aries 44 |
| Ketu | 18 Libra 43 | 0 Libra 36 | 13 Libra 44 |
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Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2025
Note: Multiple transits occurring in close proximity often signify a major event in a person's life.James Earl Jones's 2025 Transits to Natal Planets
- Mars opposition Sun
Exact: 11 January, 2025 - Jupiter opposition Venus
Exact: 21 January, 2025 - Mars square Ketu
Exact: 31 January, 2025 - Mars opposition Saturn
Exact: 20 February, 2025 - Mars square Ketu
Exact: 12 March, 2025 - Mars opposition Sun
Exact: 11 April, 2025 - Jupiter trine Ketu
Exact: 21 April, 2025 - Mars conjunction Mars
Exact: 11 May, 2025 - Jupiter opposition Mercury
Exact: 10 July, 2025 - Mars aspects Rahu
Exact: 20 July, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Jupiter
Exact: 09 August, 2025 - Jupiter opposition Moon
Exact: 19 August, 2025 - Mars square Moon
Exact: 29 August, 2025 - Jupiter opposition Saturn
Exact: 29 August, 2025 - Mars square Sun
Exact: 18 September, 2025
