Born on 12 January, 1956 (Thursday)

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January 12, 1956 - Your Birthday Astrology & Personality Traits

Born on January 12, 1956 : A sharp wit with a quiet hunger for meaning — steady, curious, and ready to turn life experience into wise counsel.

Decode Love, Money and Health for January 12, 1956 »

Note: Our comprehensive birthday astrology analysis combines multiple time-tested astrological methods, with a special focus on soli-lunar influences and planetary positions on January 12, 1956 relative to the Moon to provide you with deep insights into your personality and life path.

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Yearly Predictions

2026: Seeking Purpose in Later Life

Imagine this year as a chapter in your life where you get to redefine what truly matters to you. Think of it like discovering a hidden room in your house, filled with forgotten treasures. You're not just turning 70; you're stepping into a new phase of understanding yourself and your place in the world. It's a time for reflection, for letting go, and for embracing the wisdom you've gained.

A Year of Deep Reflection and Evolving Relationships

2026 will be a year where you'll be drawn towards deep self-reflection while also focusing on your...

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Shared Birthdays

Some famous persons born on January 12, 1956

• Igor Schestkow, Writer, born in Moscow
• Marie Colvin, Journalist, born in Oyster Bay (died: February 22, 2012)
• Ana Rosa Quintana, Journalist, and Television presenter, born in Madrid
• Gábor Világosi, Politician, and Lawyer, born in Devecser
• Bogdán József, Catholic priest, and Poet, born in Senta (died: July 2, 2023)
• Vincent Lavenu, Sport cyclist, born in Briançon
• Aleksandar Obradović, Painter, and Writer, born in Sarajevo
• Jürgen Schupp, Sociologist, University teacher, and Economist, born in Griesheim
• Ute Freudenberg, Musician, born in Weimar
• Nikolai Noskov, Rock musician, Trumpeter, Multi-instrumentalist, Keyboardist, Guitarist, Drummer, Singer, Composer, and Writer, born in Gagarin
• Jakez Bernard, Music executive, born in Quimper
• Évariste Boshab, Politician, born in Mweka
• Biswajit Roy Chowdhury, Hindustani classical musician, and Sarod player, born in Deoghar
• Denis Collins, Academic, born in The Bronx
• Fern LeBlanc, Ice hockey player, born in Baie-Comeau
• Peter Dahlqvist, Association football player, born in Borås
• Alejandro Biondini, Politician, born in Buenos Aires
• Edgar Ospina, Association football player, born in Carthage
• Hüsamettin Arslan, Sociologist, born in Mesûdiye, Ordu (died: January 2, 2018)
• Patricio Kuhn, Politician, born in Chile
• Jaime Giménez Arbe, Anarchist, and Bank robber, born in Madrid
• Steffo Törnquist, Journalist, and Television presenter, born in Linköping
• Matthias Yao, Politician, born in Singapore
• Roberto Vigoreaux, Television producer, Politician, and Actor, born in San Juan
• Tony Larkin, Association football player, and Association football coach, born in Liverpool
• Wayne Lessard, Politician, born in Windsor
• Włodzimierz Olszewski, Ice hockey player, born in Gdańsk
• Zygmunt Szymański, Politician, born in Dęblin
• Urio Shud?, Novelist, born in Utsunomiya
• Kin'ya Sugi, Actor, born in Tokorozawa
• Osamu Murashima, Actor, born in Mie Prefecture
• Tatsumi Iihoshi, Politician, born in Gokase
• Станіслав Миколайович Міщенко, Judge, born in Donetsk
• Oleksii Remeniuk, Entrepreneur, and Politician, born in Davydky (died: November 8, 2022)
• Sadıq Elcanlı, Film director, Editing staff, and Screenwriter, born in Shabran District
• Walter Till, Botanist, and Biologist, born in Attersee am Attersee
• Vytautas Vidmantas Zimnickas, Politician, born in Uliūnai (died: July 14, 2020)
• Elizabeth Dunne, Barrister, and Judge, born in Naas
• Sirkku Kumpulainen, Long-distance runner, born in Viitasaari
• Sándor Széles, Modern pentathlete, Swimmer, and Coach, born in Budapest (died: May 23, 2017)
• Hidetaka Fukazawa, Religious scholar, born in Tokyo
• Mehmet Kılıç, Judge, born in Ankara (died: May 15, 2015)
• Саргис Тачати Ҳамалбашян, Painter, born in Gyumri
• Илдар Зәбиров, State official, born in Sterlitamak
• Francis Nana Djomou, Business executive, and Businessperson, born in Bangou
• Уладзімір Паўлавіч Ма́сленікаў, Painter, born in Minsk
• Xavier Perez, Association football player, born in Aubervilliers
• Franz Stähler, Sculptor, and Artist, born in Niederzeuzheim (died: May 12, 2018)
• Thodoris Gkonis, Director, Lyricist, Poet, and Actor, born in Gkatzia
• Michel Friedlander, Businessperson, born in Neuilly-sur-Seine
• Basanets Pavlo Pavlovych, International law scholar, Foreign Intelligence Service, Diplomat, Politician, and Military personnel, born in Zaporizhzhia Oblast
• Χρύσα Σπηλιώτη, Voice actor, Dub director, Playwright, and Actor, born in Athens (died: July 23, 2018)
• Carlos Callero, Drawer, born in Montevideo Department
• Martin Wahl, Pharmacologist, born in Stuttgart (died: December 7, 2018)
• Ilpo Hakala, Actor, born in Pori (died: January 11, 2021)
• Ellen Byron, Crime fiction writer, and Screenwriter, born in Los Angeles
• Antonín Ešner, Poet, born in Kroměříž
• Michael Fischer, Surgeon, born in Olomouc
• Solange Marcassoli, Association football player, born in Marseille
• Enrico Colle, Art historian, born in Belluno
• Marco Cortesi, Police officer, born in Samedan, Engadin
• Manfred Wegner, Theatrologist, born in Essen (died: August 8, 2021)
• Наталья Александровна Чернышова, Journalist, and Public figure, born in Коноваловка, Куйбышевская область
• Peter Hansted, Politician, born in Kongens Lyngby
• Cho Sung Ho, Professor, and Writer, born in Daegu
• Marja Uusitalo, Costume designer, born in Helsinki
• Urs Frick, Visual artist, born in Vaduz

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What happened on January 12, 1956

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January 12, 1956 Facts

What is my generation?

The person with birth year 1956 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: January 12, 1974
• India: January 12, 1974
• Philippines: January 12, 1974
• United Kingdom: January 12, 1974
• Canada: January 12, 1974

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: January 12, 1971
• India: January 12, 1972
• Philippines: January 12, 1972
• United Kingdom: January 12, 1973
• Canada: January 12, 1972

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

• United States: January 12, 1972
• India: January 12, 1974
• Philippines: January 12, 1974
• United Kingdom: January 12, 1973
• Canada: January 12, 1972

Full Driving License

• United States: January 12, 1974
• India: January 12, 1976
• Philippines: January 12, 1974
• United Kingdom: January 12, 1977
• Canada: January 12, 1974

When do I reach age of consent?

• United States: January 12, 1972
• India: January 12, 1974
• Philippines: January 12, 1972
• United Kingdom: January 12, 1972
• Canada: January 12, 1972

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: January 12, 1974
• India: January 12, 1977
• Philippines: January 12, 1974
• United Kingdom: January 12, 1974
• Canada: January 12, 1974

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

• United States: January 12, 1977
• India: January 12, 1977
• Philippines: January 12, 1974
• United Kingdom: January 12, 1974
• Canada: January 12, 1975

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

• India: January 12, 1974
• Canada: January 12, 1975
• United States: January 12, 1977
• Philippines: January 12, 1977
• United Kingdom: January 12, 1974

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When Will I Become a Millionaire?

February 12, 2002

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

• January 12, 2027 is on a Tuesday.
• Your next birthday is 364 days away.

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Astrology Analysis

Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2026

Transits for 2026

• Jupiter opposition Sun
  Exact: 01 January, 2026
• Mars conjunction Sun
  Exact: 11 January, 2026
• Mars opposition Jupiter
  Exact: 02 March, 2026
• Mars square Ketu
  Exact: 22 March, 2026
• Jupiter opposition Sun
  Exact: 11 May, 2026
• Saturn square Moon
  Exact: 31 May, 2026
• Jupiter trine Mars
  Exact: 20 June, 2026
• Jupiter trine Saturn
  Exact: 30 June, 2026
• Mars conjunction Ketu
  Exact: 20 July, 2026
• Mars opposition Rahu
  Exact: 20 July, 2026
• Saturn sextile Ketu
  Exact: 30 July, 2026
• Ketu conjunction Jupiter
  Exact: 09 August, 2026
• Mars opposition Moon
  Exact: 29 August, 2026
• Jupiter trine Rahu
  Exact: 08 September, 2026
• Mars aspects Venus
  Exact: 18 September, 2026
• Saturn square Moon
  Exact: 28 September, 2026
• Jupiter opposition Venus
  Exact: 28 October, 2026
• Mars conjunction Jupiter
  Exact: 27 November, 2026
• Mars square Saturn
  Exact: 27 November, 2026

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

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