Mark Cotta Vaz, born on September 16, 1954, is an American author, editor, and film historian renowned for his extensive work in documenting film special effects and visual presentation. With over thirty books authored, including four New York Times bestsellers, he has contributed significantly to the literature on iconic franchises like Star Wars and Star Trek. His noteworthy publications include companion books for films like The Spirit and the Twilight series, showcasing his skillful writing and exhaustive research.
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Your next birthday is 227 days away.
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Meaning of the name - Mark
warrior, Mars, the god of war
Read Full Mark Name AnalysisSeptember 16, 1954 Facts
Generation Group
Mark Cotta Vaz belongs to the Baby Boomers group.
Place of Birth: San Francisco, California
Occupation: editor | writer
Astrology Analysis
Ephemeris for September 16, 1954
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on September 16, 2024 | Secondary Progressions for September 16, 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | 23 Virgo 17 | 24 Virgo 19 | 2 Sagittarius 54 |
| Moon | 16 Taurus 31 | 4 Pisces 30 | 4 Sagittarius 59 |
| Mercury | 13 Libra 3 | 12 Virgo 14 | 16 Scorpio 56 |
| Venus | 8 Scorpio 58 | 22 Libra 12 | 16 Scorpio 47 |
| Mars | 9 Capricorn 40 | 7 Cancer 0 | 23 Aquarius 53 |
| Jupiter | 24 Cancer 15 | 20 Gemini 30 | 29 Cancer 35 |
| Saturn | 7 Scorpio 0 | 15 Pisces 17 | 14 Scorpio 59 |
| Uranus | 26 Cancer 44 | 27 Taurus 11 | 27 Cancer 31 |
| Neptune | 24 Libra 37 | 28 Pisces 37 | 27 Libra 7 |
| Pluto | 25 Leo 36 | 29 Capricorn 46 | 26 Leo 47 |
| Rahu | 11 Capricorn 2 | 7 Aries 7 | 7 Capricorn 20 |
| Ketu | 11 Cancer 2 | 7 Libra 7 | 7 Cancer 20 |
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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.Mark Cotta Vaz's 2025 Transits to Natal Planets
- Jupiter trine Mercury
Exact: 01 January, 2025 - Saturn sextile Moon
Exact: 31 January, 2025 - Jupiter trine Mercury
Exact: 12 March, 2025 - Saturn opposition Sun
Exact: 22 March, 2025 - Mars conjunction Jupiter
Exact: 01 April, 2025 - Ketu conjunction Sun
Exact: 21 May, 2025 - Jupiter trine Saturn
Exact: 10 July, 2025 - Jupiter opposition Mars
Exact: 20 July, 2025 - Jupiter trine Venus
Exact: 20 July, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Ketu
Exact: 30 July, 2025 - Jupiter opposition Rahu
Exact: 30 July, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Jupiter
Exact: 28 October, 2025 - Mars aspects Jupiter
Exact: 07 December, 2025
