Born on 2 August, 1956 (Thursday)

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Personality Traits for people born on August 2, 1956

Born on August 2, 1956 : Built to last — steady hands and a sharp mind that make second acts possible.

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Yearly Predictions

In the year 2025, as you journey through the tapestry of time, the celestial bodies align to unveil a panorama of opportunities and challenges. The sub-cycle of Rahu, spanning from May 2023 to January 2026, activates the 7th house, bringing forth significant shifts in your personal and professional spheres. This cosmic dance may present obstacles and trials, but remember, these are opportunities for growth and transformation. The first half of 2025 witnesses Jupiter's transit through the 1st house, illuminating your path with wisdom and clarity. Embrace this period to introspect, redefine your goals, and embark on new ventures. This celestial...

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Shared Birthdays

Some famous persons born on August 2, 1956

• Agybaj Smagulow, Diplomat, born in Barnaul
• Ángel Arroyo, Sport cyclist, born in El Barraco
• Chiaki Takahashi, Politician, born in Mie Prefecture
• Michel Canac, Alpine skier, born in Aime (died: May 30, 2019)
• Viktor Plakida, Politician, born in Khrustalnyi
• Gabriele Beck-Busse, University teacher, born in Ludwigsburg
• Magdalena Sadlon, Translator, Writer, and Actor, born in Zlaté Moravce
• Jane Webster, Badminton player, born in Peterborough
• Josep Àngel Saiz Meneses, Philosopher, Catholic bishop, Catholic priest, and Psychologist, born in Sisante
• Michèle Bernier, Actor, and Screenwriter, born in 14th arrondissement of Paris
• Isabel Pantoja, Recording artist, Singer, and Actor, born in Seville
• Dirk Van Duppen, Politician, and Physician, born in Turnhout (died: March 30, 2020)
• Viktor Alekseyev, Amateur wrestler, and Coach, born in Krasnoyarsk
• Alou Bagayoko, Association football player, and Association football coach, born in Bamako
• Mike Davis, Basketball player, born in Jacksonville
• Duck Williams, Basketball player, born in Demopolis
• Isgandar Javadov, Association football player, and Association football coach, born in Baku
• Akram Khozam, Journalist, born in Homs
• Bill Murchison, Golfer, born in Lake Charles
• Brian D. Montgomery, Government official, born in Austin
• Derek Botelho, Baseball player, born in Long Beach
• Fulvio Melia, Astrophysicist, University teacher, Physicist, and Astronomer, born in Gorizia
• Anders Burius, Historian of ideas, Historian, and Librarian, born in Eskilstuna (died: December 7, 2004)
• Gregg Martinez, Singer, born in Lafayette
• Guillermo Cáceres, Civil engineer, Politician, and Manager, born in Concepción
• Joseph A. Cafasso, Impostor, born in Carteret
• Keith Fimian, Politician, born in Harlem
• Leslie Ackerman, Film actor, Television actor, and Actor, born in New Jersey
• Narisa Chakrabongse, Environmentalist, Publisher, Art historian, Translator, and Writer, born in London
• Robert Hite, Artist, born in Richmond (died: January 1, 2020)
• Roger LaFrancois, Baseball player, born in Norwich
• Vijay Rupani, Politician, born in Yangon
• Annette Carlén, Speed skater, born in Kristinehamn Municipality
• Junko Okada, Mangaka, born in Funabashi
• Clara Ferreira Alves, Journalist, and Writer, born in Portugal
• Krzysztof Głuchowski, Farmer, and Politician, born in Łuków
• Oleksandr Rymaruk, Politician, born in Krasnodar Krai
• Ibrahim Bahar, Actor, born in Manama (died: February 15, 2019)
• Ilija Velichkov, Association football player, born in Sofia
• Krasimir Dokov, Actor, born in Gabrovo
• Q12612689, Politician, born in Busan
• Միքայել Գրիգորիի Պողոսյան, Freedom fighter, born in Hadrut (died: April 21, 1992)
• Dögg Pálsdóttir, Lawyer, born in Reykjavík
• Caroline Baptista Axelsson, Writer, born in Brasil
• Zekerijah Osmić, Politician, born in Brčko
• Rəsul Balayev, Scientist, born in Lahıc
• Robert Steele, American football player, born in Columbus
• Lars Eric Gustafsson, Lawyer, born in Fagerhult
• Wolfgang Brameshuber, Civil engineer, born in Mannheim (died: September 16, 2016)
• Wolfgang Feil, University teacher, born in Vienna
• Hans de Bruijn, Photographer, born in Wijk aan Zee
• Jean-Jacques Le Calvez, Businessperson, born in Brest
• Olivier Simonin, Mechanical engineer, born in Paris
• Yuriy Kushnar, Statesperson, and Politician, born in Blagoveshchensk
• Ágnes Szijj, Rower, born in Budapest
• Rainer Holzhaider, Rower, born in Gmunden
• Dirk Vermeersch, Sport cyclist, born in Bruges
• Valmir de Moraes, Broker-dealer, born in Caraguatatuba
• Abel Ferreira Pacheski, Politician, born in Pitanga
• Q67113928, Politician, born in Moscow
• Michael Gerlach, Researcher, born in Frankfurt
• Aleš Záboj, Documentarian, Lecturer, Camera operator, University teacher, Cinematographer, and Photographer, born in Brno
• Bohumil Háj, Photographer, born in Jihlava
• Huub Koch, Designer, Graphic designer, and Photographer, born in Rotterdam
• Regina Prehofer, Bank manager, born in Timelkam
• Scott Burk, American football player, born in Houston
• Duilio Pancieri, Technician, born in Colatina
• Ramon Luis Poglete Contardo, Business manager, born in Santiago
• José Reinaldo, Technician, born in Colatina
• Mariastella Margozzi, Art historian, born in Guidonia Montecelio
• Q112543102, Cobbler, born in Zlín
• Jostein Aukland, Athletics competitor, born in Florø
• Cvetka Špiljar, Dance teacher, born in Celje

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What happened on August 2, 1956

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

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August 2, 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: August 2, 1974
• India: August 2, 1974
• Philippines: August 2, 1974
• United Kingdom: August 2, 1974
• Canada: August 2, 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: August 2, 1971
• India: August 2, 1972
• Philippines: August 2, 1972
• United Kingdom: August 2, 1973
• Canada: August 2, 1972

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

• United States: August 2, 1972
• India: August 2, 1974
• Philippines: August 2, 1974
• United Kingdom: August 2, 1973
• Canada: August 2, 1972

Full Driving License

• United States: August 2, 1974
• India: August 2, 1976
• Philippines: August 2, 1974
• United Kingdom: August 2, 1977
• Canada: August 2, 1974

When do I reach age of consent?

• United States: August 2, 1972
• India: August 2, 1974
• Philippines: August 2, 1972
• United Kingdom: August 2, 1972
• Canada: August 2, 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: August 2, 1974
• India: August 2, 1977
• Philippines: August 2, 1974
• United Kingdom: August 2, 1974
• Canada: August 2, 1974

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

• United States: August 2, 1977
• India: August 2, 1977
• Philippines: August 2, 1974
• United Kingdom: August 2, 1974
• Canada: August 2, 1975

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

• India: August 2, 1974
• Canada: August 2, 1975
• United States: August 2, 1977
• Philippines: August 2, 1977
• United Kingdom: August 2, 1974

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When Will I Become a Millionaire?

September 2, 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

• August 2, 2026 is on a Sunday.
• Your next birthday is 319 days away.

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Astrology Analysis

Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2025

Transits for 2025

• Jupiter conjunction Moon
  Exact: 31 January, 2025
• Saturn conjunction Mars
  Exact: 22 March, 2025
• Mars conjunction Sun
  Exact: 11 May, 2025
• Jupiter conjunction Venus
  Exact: 31 May, 2025
• Mars square Saturn
  Exact: 10 June, 2025
• Rahu conjunction Mars
  Exact: 10 June, 2025
• Mars aspects Ketu
  Exact: 28 September, 2025
• Mars aspects Moon
  Exact: 08 October, 2025
• Jupiter trine Mars
  Exact: 08 October, 2025
• Jupiter trine Mars
  Exact: 17 December, 2025

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

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