Luke Wilson's onscreen charm is a reflection of his Sun in modest Virgo and Moon in considerate Libra. He doesn't need to hog the spotlight to gain attention -- he's got the skills and subtle moves to make even the most absurd characters believable.

Luke Wilson has quietly built up a solid film career as the nice guy. The actor was born September 21, 1971 in Dallas, Texas with his Sun in Virgo and Moon in Libra. Virgo is an earth sign best known for modesty and competence, an unlikely placement for attention-grabbing movie stars. It's this apparent lack of ego that has helped Luke find roles in dozens of films. Virgos are often hard on themselves, and Luke is no exception. In addition to the usual self-critical tendencies associated with this sign, he has penetrating Pluto in a close conjunction to his Sun. This adds depth and power not evident to most people, yet this outer planet makes Luke a force to be reckoned with. Sun-Pluto people don't usually like to show off their power because they're more interested in how it affects them than in proving to others how tough they are. Luke may have a calm gaze and ready smile, but with Pluto on his side, he packs a punch that impacts audiences. It's done with efficiency, though -- his characters are built out of small details that make them come alive rather than relying on Pacinoesque theatrics to bring them to life.

Luke's Moon -- the body of emotions -- is in well-balanced Libra, the relationship sign. Individuals with the Moon here are acutely aware of others, sometimes even putting others' needs before their own. He's got an instinct for listening, an underdeveloped aspect of acting that makes him a welcome member of any cast. Venus -- the planet of values and pleasure -- is also in Libra, a sure sign of graceful behavior and a high level of social skills. Luke is elegant without being flashy -- a regular guy who understands the importance of sharing. As the youngest of three brothers, Luke certainly wasn't going to hog the spotlight, especially when one of his siblings is the scintillating Owen Wilson. While Owen's built his reputation as a delightful rascal, Luke does best playing the straight man. Luke does have Mars -- the planet of action -- in inventive and unconventional Aquarius, though, so he's probably not quite the straight arrow he appears to be. There's a little bit of the rebel in him as well, although you'd be hard pressed to notice. Then again, a young man from Texas who takes off to find his fortune in Hollywood is not walking the same path as most of his friends and classmates.

Neptune is the planet of fantasy, and has long been associated with movies. It's the power of illusion at work that turns twenty-four still pictures a second into a moving image that looks like real life. Luke was born with Neptune conjunct Jupiter, the planet of expansion. This adds an enormous amount of imagination, as well as a bit of escapism to his personality. Good old reliable Luke has serious Saturn opposite Neptune and Jupiter, allowing him to turn creative ideas into finished products. An ever-practical Virgo, he's made illusion his stock and trade, and is well paid for it, too.

About the Author
Jeff Jawer is the co-author of Barnes & Noble's 'Your Astrology Guide 2006.' A professional astrologer since 1973, his articles have appeared in astrology journals and magazines and Web sites 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 United States and abroad.