Michael Shackleford, born on May 23, 1965, in Pasadena, California, is an American mathematician and actuary known for his analysis of casino game mathematics. He is recognized as 'The Wizard of Odds' and has authored several works on gambling strategy. After working as a government actuary, Shackleford transitioned to running gambling-related websites, notably The Wizard of Odds and The Wizard of Vegas. He has also consulted for major gaming companies. In 2011, he won the title of 'The Best Gambler in the World' at the Blackjack Ball.
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Age (Today)
Your next birthday is 333 days away.
Place of Birth
Time Zone - America/Los_Angeles (7:0 W)
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Meaning of the name - Michael
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Generation Group
Michael Shackleford belongs to the Generation X group.
Place of Birth: Pasadena
Occupation: actuary
Children: 3
Employers: University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Awards Received: The Best Gambler in the World (2011)
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 May 23, 1965
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on May 23, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for May 23, 2025 |
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| Sun | 2 Gemini 25 | 2 Gemini 54 | 29 Cancer 44 |
| Moon | 4 Pisces 11 | 16 Aries 4 | 12 Taurus 21 |
| Mercury | 12 Taurus 36 | 25 Taurus 13 | 26 Leo 7 |
| Venus | 13 Gemini 22 | 17 Aries 18 | 26 Leo 35 |
| Mars | 14 Virgo 45 | 16 Leo 45 | 12 Libra 43 |
| Jupiter | 7 Gemini 1 | 26 Gemini 11 | 20 Gemini 30 |
| Saturn | 16 Pisces 23 | 29 Pisces 48 | 16 Pisces 56 |
| Uranus | 10 Virgo 46 | 27 Taurus 39 | 12 Virgo 32 |
| Neptune | 18 Scorpio 15 | 1 Aries 42 | 17 Scorpio 14 |
| Pluto | 13 Virgo 41 | 3 Aquarius 43 | 14 Virgo 32 |
| Rahu | 14 Gemini 25 | 23 Pisces 56 | 11 Gemini 14 |
| Ketu | 14 Sagittarius 25 | 23 Virgo 56 | 11 Sagittarius 14 |
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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.Michael Shackleford's 2025 Transits to Natal Planets
- Jupiter conjunction Venus
Exact: 01 January, 2025 - Saturn square Ketu
Exact: 01 January, 2025 - Saturn opposition Mars
Exact: 11 January, 2025 - Saturn conjunction Saturn
Exact: 31 January, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Venus
Exact: 12 March, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Rahu
Exact: 22 March, 2025 - Jupiter opposition Ketu
Exact: 22 March, 2025 - Mars aspects Saturn
Exact: 21 May, 2025 - Jupiter trine Moon
Exact: 30 June, 2025 - Jupiter trine Saturn
Exact: 29 August, 2025 - Rahu conjunction Saturn
Exact: 28 September, 2025 - Mars opposition Sun
Exact: 07 November, 2025 - Ketu conjunction Mars
Exact: 07 November, 2025 - Mars square Saturn
Exact: 27 November, 2025
