By Jeff Jawer
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Eddie Murphy is an Aries, the independent fire sign that can often come across as tough or indifferent to the suffering of others. But he's far from an insensitive man. He is, in fact, as vulnerable on the inside as he is sassy on the outside.
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Eddie Murphy is an Aries, the independent fire sign that can often come across as tough or indifferent to the suffering of others. But he's far from an insensitive man. He is, in fact, as vulnerable on the inside as he is sassy on the outside.
Fiery Eddie Murphy blasted to fame on 'Saturday Night Live' when he was only 19 years old. He then began a movie career that carried him even higher as the star in some of the greatest box office hits of all time. It shouldn't come as a surprise, then, that the brash New York native is an Aries. This assertive sign perfectly reflects his singular talent and sometimes prickly personality. Born April 3, 1961 at 1:30 p.m., Eddie's personality is also powered by dramatic Leo rising. When this outgoing sign is on the eastern end of the horizon (also called the Ascendant), we expect individuals to come across as bigger than life. Eddie has electric Uranus conjunct his Rising Sign, adding inventiveness and originality that has made him so unique. Mars is the warrior planet and the ruler of his Aries Sun sign. It forms a close 90-degree angle to his Sun, a so-called square that indicates tension and provides another source of energy and anger to his chart. The surprise, though, is that Eddie's Mars is in emotionally sensitive and self-protective Cancer, a sign better known for introversion than the bold style that's made him famous. This provides one of several clues to the deep, underlying side of his story, which is that one of America's toughest comics is really a softie inside.
The Moon is the astrological symbol of emotions, and Eddie's is in a feeling water sign, Scorpio. Certainly, Scorpio is the least wimpy seeming of the water signs, and is a perfect source of the dark humor that has made Mr. Murphy so funny. Scorpio Moon individuals are instinctively aware of life's dangers, and either do all they can to hide from them, or jump in and add to the danger and excitement. Eddie has done both by applying the passion of his Moon sign to his comedy while keeping the press at bay by refusing to talk about this personal life. Wrapping himself in a fog of mystery fits the conjunction of cloudy Neptune with his Scorpio Moon. This boundless planet next to the Moon adds imagination and a gift for mimicry, but reinforces the image of him being an extremely sensitive individual, one who feels more vulnerable than we imagine. The fire-water mix of his roaring Leo Ascendant exterior and "I don't give a damn" Aries Sun with his Cancer Mars and Scorpio Moon makes him a very steamy individual. He's a volatile combination of aggression and uncertainty, which may challenge him on a personal level, but makes him an unforgettable performer.
About the Author
Jeff Jawer is the co-author of Barnes & Noble's "Your Astrology Guide 2007." A professional astrologer since 1973, his articles have appeared in astrology journals and magazines and websites around the world. He holds a B.A. in The History and Science of Astrology from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst and teaches and lectures both in the U.S. and abroad.
The Moon is the astrological symbol of emotions, and Eddie's is in a feeling water sign, Scorpio. Certainly, Scorpio is the least wimpy seeming of the water signs, and is a perfect source of the dark humor that has made Mr. Murphy so funny. Scorpio Moon individuals are instinctively aware of life's dangers, and either do all they can to hide from them, or jump in and add to the danger and excitement. Eddie has done both by applying the passion of his Moon sign to his comedy while keeping the press at bay by refusing to talk about this personal life. Wrapping himself in a fog of mystery fits the conjunction of cloudy Neptune with his Scorpio Moon. This boundless planet next to the Moon adds imagination and a gift for mimicry, but reinforces the image of him being an extremely sensitive individual, one who feels more vulnerable than we imagine. The fire-water mix of his roaring Leo Ascendant exterior and "I don't give a damn" Aries Sun with his Cancer Mars and Scorpio Moon makes him a very steamy individual. He's a volatile combination of aggression and uncertainty, which may challenge him on a personal level, but makes him an unforgettable performer.
About the Author
Jeff Jawer is the co-author of Barnes & Noble's "Your Astrology Guide 2007." A professional astrologer since 1973, his articles have appeared in astrology journals and magazines and websites around the world. He holds a B.A. in The History and Science of Astrology from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst and teaches and lectures both in the U.S. and abroad.
