Born on 26 August, 1976 (Thursday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)
Virgo

Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac

Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Leo

Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac

Age (Today)
49 years, 17 days

Your next birthday is 347 days away.

Life Path Number
3

Numerology

Day of the Week
Thursday

239th day of the year 1976.

Chinese Zodiac Sign
Dragon (龙)
Roman Numerals
XXVI-VIII-MCMLXXVI

XLIX years old

Timings
Sunrise: 05:02 Sunset: 19:02

London UTC


Personality Traits for people born on August 26, 1976

Born on August 26, 1976 : You turn feeling into fuel — confident and strategic

  • Sun conjunct Moon: your inner mood and outer will move together — you act from conviction.
  • Life Path 3 & Birth Number 8: creative communicator with a drive for power and results.
  • Key placements: Jupiter in the 10th (public recognition); Mercury, Mars, Pluto in the 2nd (voice, values, intense money themes).
  • Saturn 12th & Moon's South Node 9th: inner work, lessons tied to beliefs, travel or teaching.

Picture yourself backstage, both the director and the lead actor: you plan the scene and then deliver it with feeling. Born 8/26/1976 (you’re 49 as of 2025), you blend showmanship with strategy — useful for midlife shifts where reputation and resources matter. Keep reading to see how this blend shapes personality, choices and relationships.

Personality : Confident

With Sun conjunct Moon you present what you feel. That brings boldness and, yes, occasional melodrama — you’re not shy about making a point. You prefer ambitious people and get annoyed by excessive seriousness or lack of spontaneity. Underneath, you’re determined and hardworking. Your confidence often opens doors; sometimes it also hides impatience. This dynamic is the engine behind your talents.

Talent and Abilities : Strategic voice

Life Path 3 gives you creativity and charm; Birth Number 8 pushes you toward results and authority. Mercury, Mars and Pluto in the 2nd house from the Moon mean your words can turn into income and influence. Jupiter in the 10th signals public recognition — think leadership, media, teaching, or high-profile consulting. Unconscious motive: you seek both applause and security, so you pick work that builds reputation and a steady base.

Blind Spots : Private and vengeful

You plan in secret and sometimes keep grievances like blueprints for later action. That secrecy can look like arrogance or manipulation to others. You may hold grudges and retaliate strategically rather than speak up. Self-view can be “I’m in control,” while the pattern shows reactivity. During Pluto or Saturn cycles these tendencies can intensify — notice the impulse and choose direct talk instead of private plotting.

Karmic Lessons : Transform power into purpose

Moon’s South Node in the 9th points to past ties with belief, travel, or teaching — patterns repeat until you learn a new approach. Saturn in the 12th asks for private discipline and inner repair; Pluto in the 2nd forces financial and value-based transformation. The karmic work: convert ambition into steady contribution, release grudges, and let your public life reflect inner growth.

Family and Environment : Strong mother, resilient father

Your mother likely shaped emotional skills — intuitive, maybe in healing or caregiving. Your father may have struggled early but managed resources; family stories include sacrifice and resilience. Siblings can help at key moments. Neptune in the 4th suggests family stories sometimes blur; get clear on inheritance and home decisions to avoid surprises.

Health and Habits : Fresh food, night energy

You do well on fresh food and clear routines. You're productive at night and wake early; that rhythm needs strict sleep hygiene or you burn out. Watch skin, hair and head-related symptoms over time. Saturn’s 12th-house influence calls for regular recovery and solitude to stay balanced.

Education and Student Life : Slow and steady learner

You likely took time to find academic momentum — possibly study away from home or a late surge in higher education. You develop strong language and communication skills; practical experience often completes what formal study started. Persistence turns early delays into later credibility.

Work, Money and Career : Visible leader, late wealth

You fit roles that combine planning and presentation: law, media, finance, research, teaching, healing arts or public-facing entrepreneurship. Early career struggles are common, then rewards arrive as authority builds. Avoid risky gold-related businesses and impulsive investments. If you are male: investigative, technical, marine or research fields may suit. If you are female: medicine, counseling, creative performance, hospitality or healing roles often fit. Jupiter and Pluto cycles will bring career opportunity and financial transformation — plan, don’t panic, when those transits arrive.

Love Life and Romantic Partners : Intense loyalty, theatrical love

With Venus conjunct the Moon and Sun-Moon together, your relationships are vivid and emotional. You love deeply and expect passion. You’re drawn to partners who are ambitious and attractive in some practical way. If you are female: your husband may come from a business/earth background and can bring stability, but he may face big financial swings; you often step in to rebuild. If you are male: your wife may be socially polished or connected to public life, giving status and occasional drama. Differences of opinion are likely but so is a strong bond; you protect and rescue when needed. Beware secretive strategies and hold-your-breath approaches — honest talks, especially during Venus or Saturn transits, give the relationship more durability than grand gestures.

Areas of Improvement and Obstacles : Grudges and legal snags

Be blunt with yourself: revenge planning, stubborn pride, and secret tactics cost more than they gain. There’s some risk of legal or property entanglement and theft around valuables. Night-heavy schedules hurt health. Fix these with clear systems and fewer private plots.

Actionable Insights, Tips, Techniques, Tools and Strategies

  • Journal nightly to turn strategy into plans, not private plots.
  • Use a budget app and keep a 3–6 month emergency fund; avoid speculative gold deals.
  • Practice direct conversations — schedule them outside emotional peaks.
  • Try voice coaching or a speaking group to convert charisma into authority.
  • Prioritize fresh food, regular sleep and a weekly recovery block (Saturn care).
  • Consult legal/financial pros before property deals; track major decisions around Jupiter (career) and Pluto (finance) transits.

Yearly Predictions

The year 2025 holds immense potential for personal growth and transformation. You will experience a renewed sense of optimism and joy, fueled by the positive influence of Jupiter. This celestial guide will act as your protector and guide, helping you navigate the challenges and obstacles that may arise. Embrace the opportunities for expansion and growth that come your way, as they will contribute to your overall success and well-being. The sub-cycle of Jupiter, spanning from February 2024 to July 2026, will activate your 10th house, bringing about significant developments in your career and social standing. Your dedication and hard work...

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

  • United States: August 26, 1994
  • India: August 26, 1994
  • Philippines: August 26, 1994
  • United Kingdom: August 26, 1994
  • Canada: August 26, 1994
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 26, 1991
  • India: August 26, 1992
  • Philippines: August 26, 1992
  • United Kingdom: August 26, 1993
  • Canada: August 26, 1992

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

  • United States: August 26, 1992
  • India: August 26, 1994
  • Philippines: August 26, 1994
  • United Kingdom: August 26, 1993
  • Canada: August 26, 1992

Full Driving License

  • United States: August 26, 1994
  • India: August 26, 1996
  • Philippines: August 26, 1994
  • United Kingdom: August 26, 1997
  • Canada: August 26, 1994

When do I reach age of consent?

  • United States: August 26, 1992
  • India: August 26, 1994
  • Philippines: August 26, 1992
  • United Kingdom: August 26, 1992
  • Canada: August 26, 1992
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 26, 1994
  • India: August 26, 1997
  • Philippines: August 26, 1994
  • United Kingdom: August 26, 1994
  • Canada: August 26, 1994

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

  • United States: August 26, 1997
  • India: August 26, 1997
  • Philippines: August 26, 1994
  • United Kingdom: August 26, 1994
  • Canada: August 26, 1995

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

  • India: August 26, 1994
  • Canada: August 26, 1995
  • United States: August 26, 1997
  • Philippines: August 26, 1997
  • United Kingdom: August 26, 1994

When Will I Become a Millionaire?

September 26, 2022

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 26, 2026 is on a Wednesday.
  • Your next birthday is 347 days away.


Astrology Analysis

Ephemeris for August 26, 1976

Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.
Planet Position (Tropical, Western) Transits on August 26, 2025 Secondary Progressions for August 26, 2025
Sun 3 Virgo 8 3 Virgo 17 21 Libra 2
Moon 14 Virgo 0 8 Libra 23 26 Gemini 56
Mercury 0 Libra 23 17 Leo 0 5 Libra 12
Venus 22 Virgo 3 0 Leo 42 22 Scorpio 8
Mars 1 Libra 18 12 Libra 13 3 Scorpio 41
Jupiter 0 Gemini 7 16 Cancer 50 0 Gemini 5
Saturn 10 Leo 24 0 Aries 17 15 Leo 27
Uranus 3 Scorpio 59 1 Gemini 26 6 Scorpio 30
Neptune 11 Sagittarius 11 1 Aries 29 11 Sagittarius 54
Pluto 10 Libra 9 1 Aquarius 52 11 Libra 58
Rahu 6 Scorpio 38 18 Pisces 55 4 Scorpio 3
Ketu 6 Taurus 38 18 Virgo 55 4 Taurus 3

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