James Alan Hetfield, born on August 3, 1963, is the lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist, and co-founder of the American heavy metal band Metallica. He is known for his powerful voice and strong stage presence, playing a crucial role in the band's success and influence in the heavy metal genre. Hetfield's songwriting often explores themes of personal struggle, addiction, and societal issues, contributing to Metallica's reputation as one of the most successful and respected bands in rock history.
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Age (Today)
Your next birthday is 362 days away.
Place of Birth
Time Zone - America/Los_Angeles (7:0 W)
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Meaning of the name - James
supplanter, he who takes the place of another
Read Full James Name AnalysisAugust 3, 1963 Facts
Generation Group
James Hetfield belongs to the Baby Boomers group.
Place of Birth: Downey
Educated At: Downey High School | Brea Olinda High School
Occupation: guitarist | lyricist | singer | composer
Spouses: Francesca Hetfield
Children: Castor Hetfield | Cali Hetfield
Astrology Analysis
Note: This birth chart is calculated using the date and place of birth, with the time set to noon (12:00 PM) local time. While this provides accurate planetary positions for most celestial bodies, the Ascendant (Rising Sign) and house cusps are not calculated since they require precise birth time. For a complete astrological analysis including houses and rising sign, please provide the exact birth time.
Ephemeris for August 3, 1963
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on August 3, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for August 3, 2025 |
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| Sun | 10 Leo 43 | 11 Leo 41 | 10 Libra 50 |
| Moon | 21 Capricorn 8 | 6 Sagittarius 27 | 3 Taurus 0 |
| Mercury | 0 Virgo 40 | 7 Leo 1 | 23 Virgo 0 |
| Venus | 3 Leo 31 | 4 Cancer 12 | 20 Libra 25 |
| Mars | 4 Libra 38 | 28 Virgo 2 | 15 Scorpio 14 |
| Jupiter | 19 Aries 14 | 12 Cancer 19 | 14 Aries 42 |
| Saturn | 20 Aquarius 43 | 1 Aries 25 | 16 Aquarius 57 |
| Uranus | 4 Virgo 8 | 1 Gemini 1 | 7 Virgo 54 |
| Neptune | 12 Scorpio 54 | 1 Aries 56 | 14 Scorpio 8 |
| Pluto | 10 Virgo 49 | 2 Aquarius 21 | 12 Virgo 55 |
| Rahu | 19 Cancer 18 | 20 Pisces 7 | 16 Cancer 1 |
| Ketu | 19 Capricorn 18 | 20 Virgo 7 | 16 Capricorn 1 |
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Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2025
Note: Multiple transits occurring in close proximity often signify a major event in a person's life.James Hetfield's 2025 Transits to Natal Planets
- Mars conjunction Rahu
Exact: 31 January, 2025 - Mars opposition Ketu
Exact: 31 January, 2025 - Mars aspects Saturn
Exact: 31 January, 2025 - Mars opposition Moon
Exact: 22 March, 2025 - Mars aspects Saturn
Exact: 22 March, 2025 - Jupiter trine Saturn
Exact: 01 May, 2025 - Mars conjunction Sun
Exact: 11 May, 2025 - Mars opposition Saturn
Exact: 31 May, 2025 - Mars aspects Jupiter
Exact: 20 July, 2025 - Mars square Moon
Exact: 08 September, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Rahu
Exact: 08 September, 2025 - Jupiter opposition Ketu
Exact: 08 September, 2025 - Jupiter opposition Moon
Exact: 28 September, 2025
