Star sign: Aries
Birth details: 3rd April 1958

Born under an Aries Sun, Alec Baldwin is an initiator who loves a challenge and likes to be in charge. This actor is also self-assured and unafraid of failure. Although Alec likes a quick pace and enjoys doing many things at once, he's not quite so keen on finishing what he starts. Sagittarius and fellow Fire Sign Kim Basinger isn't likely to have been much help in that regard either, as it's their Fire Sun Signs that lend them that impulsive Cardinal Quality. Let's hope there's a grounding influence somewhere else in Alec's chart.

And so there is - his Mercury, the Planet of Communication, lies in steady, dependable Taurus. This placement slows fiery Baldwin down a bit; under Taurus's steadying influence, Baldwin takes the time to measure his words and ponder things. Once he arrives at a decision, almost nothing will sway him. This characteristic is further underscored by his Mercury Opposite Jupiter; with this aspect, Baldwin can tend toward dogmatic beliefs and may actually implore others to hear him out. With Mercury Opposite illusory Neptune as well, he is imaginative and has a knack for storytelling. Neptune's presence is a godsend for an actor, as it lends Baldwin a unique ability to create multiple personae.

His Venus, the Planet of Love, in oddball Aquarius may prompt Baldwin to try anything once in the name of love. He might require a great deal of freedom in a relationship and needs a lover who is his intellectual match. The downside to Aquarius's glow here, however, is Baldwin's penchant for turning his feelings on and off. However, with Venus Opposite powerful Pluto in his chart, Baldwin is a charismatic and attractive man. Once he sees what he wants, he'll simply go out and get it.

Thanks to Mars in Aquarius as well, Baldwin is busy working for the greater good. The actor will be driven by causes from pets to politics (could he be New York's next Democratic Senatorial candidate?) and has a nicely philanthropic bent. Baldwin, however, can be fixed in his opinions and seem self-righteous. His Mars Opposite Uranus may explain that troublesome temper and his break-up with Kim Basinger; this aspect makes him unpredictable, rebellious and, at times, insolent. The good news is, it is within Baldwin's power to exercise free will, take control of his temper - and perhaps even win Kim back.