William Atherton is an American actor and producer known for his roles in several notable films. He starred in 'The Day of the Locust' (1975), 'Ghostbusters' (1984), 'Real Genius' (1985), and 'Die Hard' (1988). Atherton has gained recognition for his performances across a diverse range of genres, showcasing his versatility as an actor. His work in the film industry has solidified his reputation and contributed to the popularity of the movies he has been a part of.
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Age (Today)
Your next birthday is 326 days away.
Place of Birth
Time Zone - America/New_York (4:0 W)
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Meaning of the name - William
resolute protector, strong-willed warrior
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Generation Group
William Atherton belongs to the Baby Boomers group.
Place of Birth: Orange
Educated At: Carnegie Mellon College of Fine Arts | Amity Regional High School | Carnegie Mellon University
Occupation: film actor | television actor | stage actor | actor
Awards Received: Theatre World Award
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 July 30, 1947
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on July 30, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for July 30, 2025 |
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Sun | 6 Leo 38 | 7 Leo 44 | 22 Libra 27 |
Moon | 10 Capricorn 20 | 17 Libra 25 | 22 Scorpio 4 |
Mercury | 18 Cancer 19 | 9 Leo 59 | 17 Scorpio 7 |
Venus | 27 Cancer 5 | 29 Gemini 25 | 3 Scorpio 52 |
Mars | 20 Gemini 30 | 25 Virgo 29 | 8 Leo 45 |
Jupiter | 17 Scorpio 54 | 11 Cancer 26 | 28 Scorpio 23 |
Saturn | 12 Leo 4 | 1 Aries 33 | 21 Leo 0 |
Uranus | 24 Gemini 32 | 0 Gemini 54 | 26 Gemini 6 |
Neptune | 8 Libra 28 | 1 Aries 59 | 11 Libra 0 |
Pluto | 12 Leo 46 | 2 Aquarius 27 | 14 Leo 43 |
Rahu | 28 Taurus 59 | 20 Pisces 20 | 24 Taurus 51 |
Ketu | 28 Scorpio 59 | 20 Virgo 20 | 24 Scorpio 51 |
Chandra Kundali (Equal House, North Indian Diamond Chart)

Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2025
Note: Multiple transits occurring in close proximity often signify a major event in a person's life.William Atherton's 2025 Transits to Natal Planets
- Mars conjunction Venus
Exact: 11 January, 2025 - Mars conjunction Mercury
Exact: 10 February, 2025 - Mars conjunction Mercury
Exact: 12 March, 2025 - Mars conjunction Venus
Exact: 11 April, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Mars
Exact: 01 May, 2025 - Saturn sextile Rahu
Exact: 21 May, 2025 - Jupiter opposition Moon
Exact: 30 July, 2025 - Saturn sextile Rahu
Exact: 08 September, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Mercury
Exact: 08 September, 2025 - Jupiter trine Jupiter
Exact: 08 September, 2025 - Mars conjunction Jupiter
Exact: 18 October, 2025