Rick Nielsen is an American guitarist, musician, and songwriter, known for his work with the band Cheap Trick. Born on December 22, 1948, in Rockford, Illinois, he is recognized for his distinctive guitar playing style and stage presence. Nielsen's contributions to rock music have made him a notable figure in the industry, and he is particularly celebrated for his inventive songwriting and impactful performances with his band, which has gained a significant following since the 1970s.
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Age (Today)
Your next birthday is 337 days away.
Place of Birth
Time Zone - America/Chicago (6:0 W)
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Meaning of the name - Rick
powerful ruler, brave warrior
Read Full Rick Name AnalysisDecember 22, 1948 Facts
Generation Group
Rick Nielsen belongs to the Baby Boomers group.
Place of Birth: Rockford
Educated At: Guilford High School
Occupation: guitarist | musician | songwriter
Astrology Analysis
Ephemeris for December 22, 1948
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on December 22, 2024 | Secondary Progressions for December 22, 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | 0 Capricorn 49 | 1 Capricorn 23 | 17 Pisces 51 |
| Moon | 24 Virgo 35 | 29 Virgo 26 | 26 Gemini 26 |
| Mercury | 6 Capricorn 27 | 9 Sagittarius 38 | 22 Aquarius 14 |
| Venus | 3 Sagittarius 2 | 17 Aquarius 36 | 7 Pisces 55 |
| Mars | 19 Capricorn 51 | 4 Leo 28 | 19 Pisces 42 |
| Jupiter | 8 Capricorn 9 | 14 Gemini 16 | 24 Capricorn 41 |
| Saturn | 6 Virgo 40 | 13 Pisces 49 | 2 Virgo 9 |
| Uranus | 28 Gemini 28 | 23 Taurus 54 | 26 Gemini 32 |
| Neptune | 15 Libra 0 | 27 Pisces 11 | 14 Libra 29 |
| Pluto | 16 Leo 16 | 0 Aquarius 47 | 14 Leo 38 |
| Rahu | 1 Taurus 55 | 1 Aries 59 | 27 Aries 54 |
| Ketu | 1 Scorpio 55 | 1 Libra 59 | 27 Libra 54 |
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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.Rick Nielsen's 2025 Transits to Natal Planets
- Mars opposition Mars
Exact: 31 January, 2025 - Mars opposition Mars
Exact: 22 March, 2025 - Saturn opposition Moon
Exact: 11 April, 2025 - Mars square Ketu
Exact: 21 April, 2025 - Ketu conjunction Moon
Exact: 01 May, 2025 - Jupiter trine Ketu
Exact: 20 June, 2025 - Saturn square Sun
Exact: 20 June, 2025 - Mars conjunction Saturn
Exact: 30 June, 2025 - Jupiter opposition Mercury
Exact: 10 July, 2025 - Jupiter opposition Jupiter
Exact: 20 July, 2025 - Mars conjunction Moon
Exact: 30 July, 2025 - Mars square Sun
Exact: 09 August, 2025 - Mars aspects Rahu
Exact: 09 August, 2025 - Mars square Jupiter
Exact: 19 August, 2025 - Mars square Mars
Exact: 08 September, 2025 - Jupiter opposition Mars
Exact: 18 September, 2025 - Mars conjunction Sun
Exact: 17 December, 2025
