Robert Olen Butler is an American academic, writer, and novelist born on January 20, 1945, in Granite City, United States. His literary contributions span various forms and genres, showcasing his expertise and creative talent. Butler's work often explores themes of identity and human experience, making him a notable figure in contemporary literature. He has also held academic positions, influencing students and aspiring writers through his teachings.
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Age (Today)
Your next birthday is 184 days away.
Place of Birth
Time Zone - America/Chicago (5:0 W)
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Meaning of the name - Robert
bright fame, shining glory
Read Full Robert Name AnalysisJanuary 20, 1945 Facts
Generation Group
Robert Olen Butler belongs to the Silent Generation group.
Place of Birth: Granite City
Educated At: Northwestern University School of Communication | University of Iowa | Northwestern University
Occupation: novelist | university teacher | writer | screenwriter
Employers: Florida State University | McNeese State University
Awards Received: Guggenheim Fellowship
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 January 20, 1945
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on January 20, 2026 | Secondary Progressions for January 20, 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | 0 Aquarius 18 | 0 Aquarius 39 | 21 Aries 26 |
| Moon | 26 Aries 35 | 22 Aquarius 37 | 9 Aries 50 |
| Mercury | 7 Capricorn 46 | 0 Aquarius 1 | 24 Aries 39 |
| Venus | 16 Pisces 40 | 4 Aquarius 0 | 27 Aries 49 |
| Mars | 11 Capricorn 11 | 27 Capricorn 55 | 13 Pisces 40 |
| Jupiter | 27 Virgo 11 | 18 Cancer 44 | 18 Virgo 56 |
| Saturn | 5 Cancer 56 | 27 Pisces 30 | 5 Cancer 25 |
| Uranus | 9 Gemini 24 | 27 Taurus 33 | 10 Gemini 22 |
| Neptune | 6 Libra 24 | 29 Pisces 51 | 4 Libra 37 |
| Pluto | 9 Leo 17 | 3 Aquarius 20 | 7 Leo 55 |
| Rahu | 17 Cancer 45 | 11 Pisces 7 | 13 Cancer 28 |
| Ketu | 17 Capricorn 45 | 11 Virgo 7 | 13 Capricorn 28 |
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Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2026
Robert Olen Butler's 2026 Transits to Natal Planets
- Jupiter conjunction Rahu
Exact: 21 January, 2026 - Jupiter opposition Ketu
Exact: 21 January, 2026 - Saturn opposition Jupiter
Exact: 21 January, 2026 - Jupiter trine Venus
Exact: 31 January, 2026 - Jupiter trine Venus
Exact: 21 April, 2026 - Saturn square Mercury
Exact: 21 April, 2026 - Jupiter conjunction Rahu
Exact: 01 May, 2026 - Jupiter opposition Ketu
Exact: 01 May, 2026 - Saturn square Mars
Exact: 31 May, 2026 - Jupiter opposition Sun
Exact: 30 June, 2026 - Mars aspects Mercury
Exact: 10 July, 2026 - Mars conjunction Saturn
Exact: 19 August, 2026 - Mars opposition Mars
Exact: 29 August, 2026 - Mars conjunction Rahu
Exact: 08 September, 2026 - Mars opposition Ketu
Exact: 08 September, 2026 - Saturn square Mars
Exact: 28 September, 2026 - Mars opposition Sun
Exact: 28 September, 2026 - Mars aspects Venus
Exact: 28 October, 2026
