Katherine Dunn was an American writer, novelist, journalist, poet, radio host, and sports writer. Born on October 24, 1945, in Garden City, she is best known for her unique contributions to literature and media. Dunn's multifaceted career spanned various genres, showcasing her versatility and creativity. Her notable works and insights into the human experience have left a lasting impact on contemporary literature. She passed away on May 11, 2016, in Portland, Oregon, leaving behind a rich legacy in the literary world.
Zodiac Sign (Western)
Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac
Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac
Age (Today)
Your next birthday is 350 days away.
Death Anniversary
Next death anniversary is 180 days away.
Death Date
Place of Birth
Time Zone - America/Chicago (6:0 W)
Chinese Zodiac Sign
Birth Number
Life Path Number
Name Number (Chaldean)
Name Number (Pythagorean)
Meaning of the name - Katherine
pure, clean
Read Full Katherine Name AnalysisOctober 24, 1945 Facts
Generation Group
Katherine Dunn belongs to the Silent Generation group.
Place of Birth: Garden City
Place of Death: Portland
Cause of Death: lung cancer
Educated At: Tigard High School | Reed College
Occupation: sportswriter | novelist | radio personality | journalist | poet | writer
Employers: Lewis & Clark College
Awards Received: Lange-Taylor Prize
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 October 24, 1945
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on October 24, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for October 24, 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | 0 Scorpio 58 | 1 Scorpio 35 | 21 Capricorn 57 |
| Moon | 20 Gemini 8 | 6 Sagittarius 49 | 17 Taurus 9 |
| Mercury | 15 Scorpio 8 | 24 Scorpio 46 | 4 Capricorn 32 |
| Venus | 6 Libra 54 | 13 Libra 31 | 17 Capricorn 12 |
| Mars | 23 Cancer 55 | 22 Scorpio 20 | 23 Cancer 46 |
| Jupiter | 12 Libra 44 | 24 Cancer 38 | 25 Libra 53 |
| Saturn | 25 Cancer 9 | 26 Pisces 3 | 21 Cancer 50 |
| Uranus | 17 Gemini 2 | 0 Gemini 33 | 14 Gemini 2 |
| Neptune | 7 Libra 6 | 29 Pisces 56 | 8 Libra 37 |
| Pluto | 11 Leo 43 | 1 Aquarius 23 | 11 Leo 2 |
| Rahu | 3 Cancer 5 | 15 Pisces 46 | 28 Gemini 51 |
| Ketu | 3 Capricorn 5 | 15 Virgo 46 | 28 Sagittarius 51 |
Chandra Kundali (Equal House, North Indian Diamond Chart)
