Born on 20 August, 1948 (Friday)

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August 20, 1948 - Your Birthday Astrology & Personality Traits

Born on August 20, 1948 : You still have the spark—witty, social, and ready to remake a chapter of your life.

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Note: Our comprehensive birthday astrology analysis combines multiple time-tested astrological methods, with a special focus on soli-lunar influences and planetary positions on August 20, 1948 relative to the Moon to provide you with deep insights into your personality and life path.

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Yearly Predictions

In the forthcoming year of 2025, you, a venerable soul graced by the wisdom of 76 years, will embark on a transformative journey guided by the celestial symphony of the Sun and Moon. The Sun, your celestial patron, occupies its rightful throne in Leo, bestowing upon you an aura of authority and a resolute spirit. This celestial alignment augurs well for your endeavors, promising success, progress, and the realization of long-held aspirations. The Sun's harmonious conjunction with Mercury, the messenger of gods, enhances your communication skills, facilitating eloquent expression and persuasive arguments. This synergy empowers you to overcome obstacles and...

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Shared Birthdays

Some famous persons born on August 20, 1948

• Hansjörg Schlager, Alpine skier, born in Langenau (died: March 10, 2004)
• Irmela Hijiya-Kirschnereit, Linguist, University teacher, and Translator, born in Korntal-Münchingen
• John Noble, Film actor, Television actor, Voice actor, and Actor, born in Port Pirie
• Trinh Xuan Thuan, University teacher, Astrophysicist, Astronomer, Physicist, and Writer, born in Hanoi
• Robert Plant, Guitarist, Songwriter, Singer, and Composer, born in West Bromwich
• Bernhard Russi, Alpine skier, born in Andermatt
• Barbara Allen Rainey, Military officer, born in Bethesda (died: July 13, 1982)
• Paul De Ridder, Historian, and Politician, born in Uccle - Ukkel
• Dave Richardson, Musician, born in Corbridge, Northumberland
• Jef Lambrecht, Journalist, Performing artist, Dramaturge, and Author, born in Avelgem, Belgium (died: September 11, 2016)
• Cees van Kooten, Association football player, and Association football coach, born in Alblasserdam (died: August 24, 2015)
• Anneke Brassinga, Linguist, Translator, Poet, and Writer, born in Schaarsbergen
• Curro Bedoya, Rejoneador, born in La Puebla del Río
• Daniel Revallier, Rugby union player, born in Rabastens (Tarn)
• Henri Gourdin, Writer, born in Uccle - Ukkel
• Pierre Gosnat, Politician, born in 11th arrondissement of Paris (died: January 25, 2015)
• Евгений Иосифович Славутин, Theatrical director, born in Moscow
• Галина Владимировна Чумак, Public figure, Poet, and Writer, born in Donetsk
• Anwar Adnan Saleh, Politician, born in Polewali Mandar
• Bill Griffiths, Publisher, Poet, and Writer, born in Kingsbury, London Borough of Brent (died: September 13, 2007)
• Edward Gary Carr, University teacher, and Psychologist, born in Toronto, Canada (died: June 20, 2009)
• Gordon Bertie, Amateur wrestler, born in Saint-Gabriel-de-Brandon
• Heather McHugh, Academic, University teacher, Poet, and Writer, born in San Diego
• Jane LeCompte, Novelist, born in Eaton
• Mats Sturesson, Actor, born in Ivetofta, Bromölla kommun, Skåne
• Marva J. Dawn, Theologian, born in Napoleon (died: April 18, 2021)
• Peggy Mast, Politician, born in Norton
• Perry Watkins, Soldier, and Drag queen, born in Joplin (died: March 17, 1996)
• Sam Cureatz, Politician, born in Brampton
• Tom Banks, American football player, born in Birmingham
• Yahya Rahmat-Samii, Scientist, born in Tehran
• Brian Iwata, Psychologist, born in Scotch Plains (died: October 7, 2023)
• María Josefina Plá, Lawyer, born in Montevideo
• Wim Gaastra, University teacher, born in Amsterdam (died: July 4, 2015)
• Mauro Palma, Mathematician, born in Rome
• Norbert Gleicher, Obstetrician, and Gynaecologist, born in Kraków
• Hassan Naji, Television writer, Radio producer, Theatrical director, Playwright, Poet, and Writer, born in Irbid
• Nina Zatzepina, Member of the State Duma, and Politician, born in Pavlovka
• Jerzy Baranowski, Officer of armored and mechanized troops, born in Cle
• Ғәлин Ғәлинур Хәлим улы, Veterinarian, born in Ibragimovo
• Петар Салапура, Retired colonel, and Chief of the Intelligence Directorate of the General Staff of the Army of Republika Srpska, born in Bjelaj
• Isaiah Alexander Steinberger, Rabbi, Teacher, Author, and Lecturer, born in Hungary
• Marinka Marija Miklič, Writer, born in Štrit
• Tadeusz Żuwała, Association football player, born in Kraków
• Hitoshi Mimura, Engineer, born in Kakogawa
• Masaru Fujii, Sport shooter, and Amway distributor, born in Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan
• Krzysztof Riege, Film producer, Film director, Cinematographer, and Screenwriter, born in Gdynia (died: July 16, 2015)
• Lidia Mikhaylenko, Singer, born in Cherkasy
• Αβραάμ Καλφίν, Association football player, born in Istanbul
• Jeanne Peiffer, Historian of mathematics, Translator, and Mathematician, born in Mersch
• Ricardo José De Rienzo, Association football player, born in Arroyo Seco, Santa Fe (died: July 25, 2013)
• Valerijus Buklajevas, Photographer, born in Kropyvnytskyi
• Knut Kristian Aase, University teacher, and Economist, born in Meland Municipality
• Борис Владимирович Фёдоров, Painter, born in Tver (died: November 27, 2014)
• Ryszard Piątek, Horticulturist, Nursery gardener, Ampelography, and Viticulture, born in Zawada, Olkusz County
• Ђорђе Цакић, Actor, born in Vlasotince
• Peter Landrock, Mathematician, born in Horsens
• Jill Kvamme-Schau, Artistic gymnast, born in Bergen
• Dubi Zakai, Journalist, Illustrator, Graphic designer, and Photographer, born in Haifa
• Vladimir Verin, Singer, born in Ulyanovsk Oblast (died: September 6, 2015)
• Józef Jędo, Machinist, born in Kępa Lubawska (died: June 6, 1984)

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What happened on August 20, 1948

Ugh, my events diary has no entry for this date.

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August 20, 1948 Facts

What is my generation?

The person with birth year 1948 belongs to the Baby Boomers group.

When am I eligible to vote, open a bank account, buy a simcard and open a bank account? (Age of Majority)

• United States: August 20, 1966
• India: August 20, 1966
• Philippines: August 20, 1966
• United Kingdom: August 20, 1966
• Canada: August 20, 1966

According to data from the ACE Electoral Knowledge Network, 205 countries and territories have a minimum voting age of 18 for national elections out of 237 countries and territories the organisation has data on as of October 2020. Some countries may issue additional requirements for voting eligibility from time to time.

When am I eligible to get a driving license?

Learner's Permit (Under supervision)

• United States: August 20, 1963
• India: August 20, 1964
• Philippines: August 20, 1964
• United Kingdom: August 20, 1965
• Canada: August 20, 1964

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

• United States: August 20, 1964
• India: August 20, 1966
• Philippines: August 20, 1966
• United Kingdom: August 20, 1965
• Canada: August 20, 1964

Full Driving License

• United States: August 20, 1966
• India: August 20, 1968
• Philippines: August 20, 1966
• United Kingdom: August 20, 1969
• Canada: August 20, 1966

When do I reach age of consent?

• United States: August 20, 1964
• India: August 20, 1966
• Philippines: August 20, 1964
• United Kingdom: August 20, 1964
• Canada: August 20, 1964

Disclaimer: This is not legal advise. Age of consent is a complex legal system which can vary depending on individual situation and circumstances. In the United States, as of April 2021, of the total fifty U.S. states, approximately thirty have an age of consent of 16 (with this being the most common age of consent in the country), some set the age of consent at 17, and in about eleven states the age is 18.

When can I marry without parental consent?

• United States: August 20, 1966
• India: August 20, 1969
• Philippines: August 20, 1966
• United Kingdom: August 20, 1966
• Canada: August 20, 1966

When do I reach legal age of drinking (consuming alcohol)?

• United States: August 20, 1969
• India: August 20, 1969
• Philippines: August 20, 1966
• United Kingdom: August 20, 1966
• Canada: August 20, 1967

When do I reach legal age of smoking (consuming tobacco)?

• India: August 20, 1966
• Canada: August 20, 1967
• United States: August 20, 1969
• Philippines: August 20, 1969
• United Kingdom: August 20, 1966

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When Will I Become a Millionaire?

September 20, 1994

Yes, you can become a millionaire by saving small and investing. Believe in yourself and it's never too late to start.

Please note, this calculation assumes $100 monthly savings into US stocks with ARR 7% and that the monthly savings double every 10 years from the starting date. The actual outcome might vary based on additional factors not considered in this simple calculation, such as taxes, fees, changes in contribution, or more complex compounding scenarios.

Your next birthday

• August 20, 2026 is on a Thursday.
• Your next birthday is 336 days away.

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Astrology Analysis

Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2025

Transits for 2025

• Mars square Mars
  Exact: 31 January, 2025
• Saturn square Jupiter
  Exact: 10 February, 2025
• Mars square Mars
  Exact: 22 March, 2025
• Jupiter opposition Jupiter
  Exact: 21 April, 2025
• Jupiter trine Mars
  Exact: 01 May, 2025
• Mars conjunction Sun
  Exact: 10 June, 2025
• Mars conjunction Saturn
  Exact: 10 June, 2025
• Jupiter trine Moon
  Exact: 20 June, 2025
• Mars square Jupiter
  Exact: 20 July, 2025
• Jupiter trine Ketu
  Exact: 20 July, 2025
• Jupiter conjunction Venus
  Exact: 30 July, 2025
• Mars aspects Rahu
  Exact: 19 August, 2025
• Mars conjunction Mars
  Exact: 08 September, 2025
• Mars square Moon
  Exact: 07 November, 2025

Note: Multiple transits occurring in close proximity often signify a major event in a person's life.

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