CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Taylor Swift, 36; Jamie Foxx, 58; NeNe Leakes, 58; Wendie Malick, 75.

Happy Birthday: Your charm and charisma will carry weight this year. Step up to the podium and let your leadership qualities prevail. The more you are willing to do, the higher the returns. Prepare to take whatever interests or motivates you above and beyond the call of duty. Remember, if you want to take over, you must put in the time and discipline to make your dreams come true. Your numbers are 5, 12, 21, 29, 32, 36, 44.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Pay attention, nurture meaningful relationships and update your looks, appeal and pastimes to suit your mood and schedule. Take hold of your happiness; follow your heart, be bold and let your unique outlook and attitude lead the way. Change begins with you. Take the initiative, and don’t look back. Romance is in the stars. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Home improvements and open discussions with loved ones will pave the way to a better environment. Honesty is necessary if you want to reach common ground. Consider what you need to incorporate into your routine to feel good about yourself. Set up a space you can designate for something you want to pursue. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Opportunity knocks; when one door closes, another door opens. Seize the moment, embrace what makes you feel passionate and engage in groups that are addressing what concerns you most. Make a difference by donating your time and offering your skills, knowledge and experience to a cause that motivates you. Personal gratitude, growth and love are favored. 5 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Take a serious look at what you’ve accomplished and what’s left undone. A couple of lifestyle changes will encourage you to use your cash, time and expertise to pursue opportunities that improve your chances of advancing or changing direction to suit your desires. Thoughts followed by actions will lead to new beginnings; never easy, but always rewarding. 2 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Socializing will be a blast if you stick to what you can afford and physically handle. Indulgence may tempt you, but the best results will come from dedicating your time, patience and expenses to something that makes you feel good about yourself with people who lift you up instead of bringing you down. Romance is favored. 4 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Take a moment to rejuvenate. Consider what’s working for you, and let go of what isn’t. It’s time to explore the possibilities, make changes and fulfill your long-term desires. Start the process by letting go of the past and formulating a plan that makes you feel good about yourself. Simplify your life. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Travel, consider options and initiate change. Don’t rely on others, or settle for living someone else’s dream. Be the master of your destiny, and you’ll discover what life’s all about. Walk away from demands that stand between you and what you want. It’s time to please yourself and love who you are and what you do. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Take flight and see what life has to offer. Travel, learn and interact with people from different backgrounds. A change of scenery will alter your perspective and help you explore your dreams from various angles. Realizing that you don’t need to overspend or indulge to be happy will help you pay off debt and ease stress. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Let your charm lead the way, and you’ll dazzle. Focus on personal gain, growth and quality of life. Your confident attitude will make onlookers gravitate toward you. Take on the role of influencer, and enjoy doing what you do best. Form choices that motivate you to engage in what makes you happy. Romance is favored. 4 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): A change in routine or pastimes will broaden your outlook and encourage you to get out and meet interesting people. Sharing insights in face-to-face conversations will be good for the soul and encourage more engagement in public and social settings. Seeing is believing. Check out what’s available in your community, and personal growth will sprout. 2 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Mental and physical interaction will encourage you to share your thoughts and strive for a richer, fuller everyday routine. Home improvements will help push you to pursue your dreams and to take responsibility for your happiness. Revise your spending habits, subscriptions and ongoing donations to reflect what’s important to you. Enrich your life without spending. 5 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Take a step back and a moment to recognize what’s working for you and what isn’t. Distance yourself from takers and those who drain and deplete you mentally, physically and financially. Rethink your past, and revisit what rejuvenates you. Explore the possibilities, and make a point to implement the changes that encourage personal growth and satisfaction. 3 stars

Birthday Baby: You are excitable, motivated and appealing. You are entertaining and stylish.

Star Ratings Key:

• 1 star: Avoid conflicts; work behind the scenes.
• 2 stars: You can accomplish, but don’t rely on others.
• 3 stars: Focus and you’ll reach your goals.
• 4 stars: Aim high; start new projects.
• 5 stars: Nothing can stop you; go for gold.

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