Horoscope/Astrology
It just hasn't been a great month for Alec
Baldwin. Just days before the man he vehemently opposed in our last election
was due to be inaugurated as president, his wife of seven years, actress Kim
Basinger, filed for divorce. Long thought of as one of Hollywood's "perfect
couples," the two have been spotted in "heated public spats" recently,
according to both Mr.Showbiz.com and E! online, who also report that
Basinger's father mentioned to People magazine recently that
Alec had a bit of a temper. Although the reason for their split may be the
issue of anger, however, I'll bet it's not just Alec who slammed doors in
that household.
Astrologically speaking, the fact that
Basinger, a Sagittarius, and Baldwin, an Aries, would create fireworks
together—for better and worse—is no surprise. They're both packing
fire Sun signs, for starters, and fire signs aren't called fire signs for
nothing, folks. Debate, passion and self-assertion are a fire sign’s
business—and they're all very good at it. Okay, and anger. And aggression.
And maybe just a little bit of egotism.
Sag and Aries: "Combustible
But Compatible"
So what happens when you put two of those
fire Sun signs together in a romantic relationship? Well, as Linda Goodman
wrote in her classic astrological text, Love Signs,
these two in particular end up being "combustible but compatible."
Apparently, Basinger and Baldwin are at the "combustible" stage.
As if that's not enough to turn a
relationship hot, and possibly quite volatile, too, both Basinger and
Baldwin have pretty darned serious Mars situations in their birthcharts.
Now, Mars is the ancient god of war, the "red planet" who also didn't earn
his name and reputation for nothing. Mars is the "owner" of Aries, and the
two are associated with each other in astrology, so Baldwin's Aries Sun is
already working quite closely with this red-hot bullet of a planet.
In addition, Baldwin's Mars is opposed
shocking, electric Uranus, and oppositions classically reveal themselves in
our one-to-one encounters with others. Unpredictable? You bet—and that's not
to mention the fact that Mars is in Aquarius, Uranus' own sign. Both the
planet and the sign's reputation for suddenness are famous, and well
deserved, too. Uranus is the perfect, unexpected "trigger" for a weapon like
Mars. In fact, often that trigger is pulled before the individual has time
to realize it, much less stop it. In short, Baldwin can go off at any time,
at a moment's notice, then wake up wondering what that was, and/or who
that was just then.
Before you start feeling
bad for Basinger, however, keep in mind that her own temper probably rivals
Baldwin's. She was also born with a strong connection between Mars and
Uranus, the same two planets responsible for Baldwin's fiery disposition. In
Basinger's chart, however, rather than being in opposition, the two are in a
tense square, putting them in a relationship that's the astrological
equivalent of two adversaries "squaring off." Planets in square irritate
each other, and like any opponents in close proximity, when they both have
their buttons pushed, the results are potentially quite volatile. In other
words, she's equally capable of raising her voice and her partner's
blood-pressure every now and then.
On the other hand, there's more to
Mars-Uranus combinations than explosions. Really. They're also the planetary
recipe for fervent political activists, which may have been part of the
"glue" that kept this relationship together for the past seven years.
Baldwin was quoted as saying he'd leave the country if
George W. Bush was elected. If Baldwin's
cause of choice is politics, however, Basinger’s is animal rights. She's so
into PETA, PAWS and other animal groups that, in addition to owning fifteen
dogs and cats of her own, she spearheads campaigns to save animals in labs,
and gets the job done, too. Her recent efforts to stop a lab in New Jersey
from literally breaking the legs of 40 beagle puppies were quite successful.
The dogs were eventually released, and adopted, too.
From the Ashes: What's On
the Horizon?
What's next for these two fireballs? Well,
for Baldwin, it may actually be that overseas move he threatened. He's
certainly going to do some wandering, both internally and externally.
Neptune, the purveyor of such heady things as alcohol, drugs, sleep, trance
states and depression, has already moved into an opposition with his
Uranus—a tough combination to work with, and, once again, the type of energy
that often manifests itself in relationships.
Classically, this comes off as a time of
confusion, full of sudden changes that seem to arrive almost invisibly, and
that certainly could involve changes in a committed relationship. As Neptune
makes her way closer to Baldwin’s Mars, the more pronounced the opposition
between the red planet and startling Uranus will be, and the more urgent
Baldwin's urge to "get lost" will become. With no wife and family to ground
him, this spontaneous, impulsive "fire-man" will undoubtedly be doing a bit
of discovery on the inner and outer sides of himself, too.
As for Basinger, she's been described as
being extremely attached to her daughter, Ireland, now five years old. That
makes sense, too. Basinger’s earthy Capricorn Moon is the very soul of duty
and responsibility to whom and what it loves, especially a child. Capricorn
Moons are completely and totally dedicated to maintaining the family
structure. In fact, they often take on more responsibility for family
members than is necessary. Baldwin once said his wife wouldn't even leave
the child to take a weekend away with him, even when he said he'd pay her
"an appearance fee" if she would.
I don't think that trait is going to change
soon, either. Responsible Saturn will be in solid, fixed Taurus for the next
few months, encouraging anyone with an emphasis on earth planets to hunker
down and take care of duties. Basinger’s Capricorn Moon's natural tendency
to feel "responsible" for any discomfort her child is feeling will probably
cause her to stay pretty close to home.
Regardless of where their personal lives
lead, as with any couple, Basinger and Baldwin will both be spending a lot
of time trying to get used to life in the single lane again. Of course,
given that they're both fast-moving, fun-loving fire signs, as well as
Hollywood "sex-symbols," I'll bet neither of them will be spending Saturday
nights alone for long.
-Kim Rogers Gallagher
Celebrity Star Bio
AdZe's Natal Horoscope for
Kim Basinger
December 8, 1953 in Athens, Georgia
AdZe's Star Bio describes attitudes, energy patterns and
basic character traits. It includes interpretations for elements,
qualities, and planets in signs. |
Fewer than two planets
in
Earth signs
ABOUT GETTING GROUNDED
Because of a certain restlessness and discontent, you're not the most
practical person in the world. You may even be a bit spacey. In fact,
sometimes you may wonder if you are of this world. Try using a to do list to
your advantage. Train yourself to do important things with the force of
habit. You may be disinterested in the mundane. As long as stability alludes
you, so will a complete and happy life.
TIP: Get the things of the earth into your home.
Add some live plants to your environment. Fill your home with tile,
pottery, wicker, ceramics, rocks and crystals. Spend more time in the
present moment. Constantly remind yourself to "be here now". Eat more solid
foods such as stews, soups, cooked grains and casseroles. Get more into your
body. Treat yourself to regular professional massage. Find a sport or
exercise regime that you can enjoy. Walk around in your bare feet in the
cool dewy grass. Work to acquire a sense of steady rhythm and endurance.
SUN in your chart
Your "stellar"
qualities
Sun in Sagittarius
EXPANSIVE SELF-EXPRESSION
Essentially you're a good sport. The question is, "What's your game?"
TIP: Aim high and roam free.
When you are naturally enthusiastic, folks tend to like you. Cultivate
your natural tolerance and you will be able to get along with many different
types of people. You can get the power of positive thinking to work
overtime. To do so, you must clarify your ideals and pursue your spirit of
adventure. The ancients believed that turquoise could counter negative vibes
and relieve melancholia for Sagittarians.
MOON in your chart
Your personal "lunar
landscape"
Moon
in
Capricorn
DETERMINED INSTINCTS
NOTE: THIS POSITION REQUIRES EXTRA MAINTENANCE.
You like to maintain your dignity and keep your emotional life in check.
Normally, you're somewhat cautious, shy and reserved. Under stress, you can
get very cold and business like. Your critics may say that you have no
feelings. Probably you got this way from your mom who was not the most huggy
kissy person in the world.
Let go of harsh self judgments. Focus on realistic self improvement
projects. You can be uptight and rigid. You could benefit from professional
body work, massage, chiropractic care and the lot. Pay more attention to
your body and its basic animal needs.
Respond more to your feelings. Take a calculated risk to find out who
really loves you. Try a classical approach to love. The more clearly you can
define your concept of fun, the more fun you will have.
TIP: To enjoy success, you must first respect the rights
of others.
You're pragmatic. You can work hard and obtain many of your ambitions.
Money, power and status interest you, and you're responsible enough to get
them. Discipline, patience and commitment will win the day for you. It's
O.K. for you to reach the top spot.
MERCURY in your
chart
Your "mercurial"
character
Mercury in
Scorpio
INTENSE CONCEPTS.
You're suspicious, curious and probing for the truth. You have natural
detective instincts and analytical abilities. Your psychological insight is
shrewd. Your ability to do original research is profound.
VENUS in your
chart
Your "Venusian"
sensibilities
Venus in
Sagittarius
EXPANSIVE AFFINITY.
Ideals matter to you, so does adventure and excitement. You've probably
got quite an outgoing, high spirited and imaginative side to your romances.
You're searching for ideal love, true love, perfect love and other elusive
things.
MARS in your chart
Your "martial" self
Mars
in
Libra
THOUGHTFUL MOTIVATIONS.
NOTE: THIS POSITION REQUIRES EXTRA MAINTENANCE.
Teamwork can be the right thing for you. You have a strong urge to form
associations. Paradoxically, you please others to please yourself. Once you
find the right partner, you have plenty of energy.
JUPITER in your
chart
Your "jovial"
character traits
Jupiter in
Gemini
VERSATILE ENCOURAGEMENT.
NOTE: THIS POSITION REQUIRES EXTRA MAINTENANCE.
A measure of versatility is yours. You're broad-minded enough to adapt to
the ways of others. You alternate between skepticism and credulity. Learn to
collect facts and information and use them to your advantage.
SATURN in your
chart
Your "saturnian"
self
Saturn in
Scorpio
INTENSE DECISIONS.
You may not give people a "second chance". You have some stinging
repartee and biting humor. Find the right focus for your intense energy and
tremendous willpower. In time, any disciplined research you do will bring
results.
URANUS in your
chart
Your "uraniuan"
traits
Uranus in
Cancer
EMOTIONAL LIBERATION.
To become yourself it may be necessary to make a break away from your
home and family. Your personal life is unsettled. Probably you're fond of
electronic devices. You get a 7-year itch to free yourself from restrictive
domestic situations.
NEPTUNE in your
chart
Your "neptunian"
side
Neptune in
Libra
THOUGHTFUL FANTASY.
ATTRACTS REVELATIONS.
It is probably a good idea for you to steer clear of people heavily
involved with alcohol and religious fanaticism. For at least 5 minutes a day
for 5 weeks focus your mind exclusively on the meanings of this statement,
"All observation tends to be self observation."
PLUTO in your chart
Your "plutonian"
tendencies
Pluto in
Leo
DRAMATIC CLEANSING.
DEMONSTRATES TRANSFORMATIONS.
NOTE: THIS POSITION CONFERS EXTRA POWER.
You're here to find yourself, be yourself and express yourself. The hell
of it is that jealousy and power struggles are issues you must squarely
face. Jealousy is not necessarily a trait of yours. However, you'll have to
deal with the jealousy of your peers and in business.
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