Born on 8 May, 1947 (Thursday)

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May 8, 1947 - Your Birthday Astrology & Personality Traits

Born on May 8, 1947 : You’re a playful seeker with a quietly powerful core

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Note: Our comprehensive birthday astrology analysis combines multiple time-tested astrological methods, with a special focus on soli-lunar influences and planetary positions on May 8, 1947 relative to the Moon to provide you with deep insights into your personality and life path.

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Yearly Predictions

As you embark on the journey of 2025, the cosmos aligns to bring forth a year of profound transformation and growth. The sub-cycle of Jupiter, the planet of fortune and wisdom, activates your 11th house, illuminating the realms of friendship, aspirations, and community. This celestial alignment sets the stage for meaningful connections, shared experiences, and the realization of long-held dreams. From January to July, Jupiter's transit through the 6th house brings a renewed focus on health and well-being. This is an opportune time to adopt healthier habits, seek preventive care, and address any lingering health concerns. Additionally, this transit favors...

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Shared Birthdays

Some famous persons born on May 8, 1947

• Felicity Lott, Opera singer, and Musician, born in Cheltenham
• H. Robert Horvitz, Geneticist, University teacher, Biologist, and Physician, born in Chicago
• John Reid, Baron Reid of Cardowan, Trade unionist, Researcher, and Politician, born in Bellshill
• Danuta Pietraszewska, Politician, born in Ruda Śląska
• Leonid Khabarov, Boxer, University teacher, Pedagogue, and Military personnel, born in Shadrinsk
• Boris Shukhov, Sport cyclist, born in Kodyma
• Antun Škvorčević, Theologian, Catholic bishop, and Catholic priest, born in Davor
• Aram I, Cleric, born in Beirut
• Bernd Heller, Athletics competitor, Journalist, and Television presenter, born in Dillenburg
• Boško Tomašević, Literary theorist, Poet, and Writer, born in Bečej
• Dan Brzokoupil, Association football player, born in Stockholm
• András Masát, Literary, and University teacher, born in Pöcking
• Greg Finley, Television actor, Film actor, and Voice actor, born in Los Angeles
• Martine Le Gal, Trade unionist, and Teacher, born in Boulogne-Billancourt (died: August 25, 2006)
• Susanne Schmidt, Journalist, born in Hamburg
• Azzedine Meddour, Film director, and Screenwriter, born in Sidi Aïch (died: May 16, 2000)
• Jean-Marie Geveaux, Politician, born in Vion
• Jean-Pierre Leleux, Politician, born in Ghent
• Katia Tchenko, Film actor, Stage actor, and Actor, born in Versailles
• Léonie Lousseau, Singer, born in Saint-Malo
• Patrice Barrat, Association football player, born in Nanterre
• Alberto Tonoli, Association football player, born in Mantua (died: November 2, 2000)
• Victor Cavallo, Film actor, Stage actor, Poet, and Writer, born in Rome (died: January 21, 2000)
• Stanisław Moryto, Composer, born in Gmina Łąck (died: June 5, 2018)
• Rafael Safarov, Association football player, and Association football coach, born in Tbilisi (died: May 26, 2019)
• Alexandru Istrate, Fencer, born in Bucharest
• António Botelho, Association football player, born in Lisbon
• Benny Johansson, Handball player, born in Gothenburg
• Daniel Theno, Politician, born in Ashland
• Jamie Donnelly, Film actor, Stage actor, and Actor, born in Bergen County
• Gary Hindley, Association football player, and Association football coach, born in United States of America
• Paul Hoolihan, Politician, born in Longreach
• Ron Miller, Science fiction writer, Novelist, Illustrator, and Translator, born in Minneapolis
• Terry Winter, Songwriter, Singer, and Composer, born in São Paulo (died: September 22, 1998)
• Rômulo Fialdini, Photographer, born in Belo Horizonte
• Tsutomu Yamazaki, Politician, born in Aomori (died: June 2, 2021)
• Makarim Wibisono, Diplomat, born in Mataram
• Q12551789, Economist, born in Chita
• Käpy Paavilainen, Architect, born in Finland
• Billy Coleman, Rally driver, and Racing automobile driver, born in Millstreet
• Brian Duperreault, Business executive, born in Hamilton
• Aung Tin, Association football player, born in British Raj
• André-Mathieu Fransolet, University teacher, born in Verviers
• Pedro E. Molina, Politician, and Lawyer, born in Perito Moreno
• Teguh Esha, Journalist, and Writer, born in Banyuwangi (died: May 17, 2021)
• Stasys Stankus, Association football player, and Association football coach, born in Šiluva
• Hrachya Melikyan, Composer, born in Yerevan (died: March 6, 2006)
• Axel Müller, University teacher, and Chemist, born in Neuwied
• Riswan Soneta, Musician, born in Depok (died: March 12, 2017)
• Roger Jochmans, Sport cyclist, born in Boutersem
• Hans Cleuver, Drummer, born in Jakarta
• Olga Valešová, Parson, and Translator, born in Děčín
• Khachik DOUMIKIAN, Politician, born in Metsavan
• Q55103065, Musician, born in Vienna
• John Mooring, American football player, born in Falfurrias
• Susan Casper, Editor, and Writer, born in Philadelphia (died: February 24, 2017)
• Gerardus Hermanus Ignatius Maria Walenkamp, University teacher, born in Breda
• Lucie Lambert, Artist, born in Shawinigan
• Olga Hasprová, Economist, born in Jičín
• Jiří Toman, Cardiologist, and Physician, born in Ostrava (died: July 21, 2002)
• Ion Pop, Association football player, born in Bucharest (died: December 8, 2015)
• Q99205776, Member of the State Duma, and Politician, born in Uspenka, Russia
• Nobuhide Kasagi, Thermal engineer, and University teacher, born in Hokkaido (died: July 29, 2015)
• Antonia Hernández Calcedo, Artist, born in Madrid (died: May 25, 2018)
• Graham Smith, Musician, born in London
• Riad Badir, Military leader, born in Far'un (died: April 11, 2002)

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What happened on May 8, 1947

Ugh, my events diary has no entry for this date.

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May 8, 1947 Facts

What is my generation?

The person with birth year 1947 belongs to the Baby Boomers group.

When am I eligible to vote, open a bank account, buy a simcard and open a bank account? (Age of Majority)

• United States: May 8, 1965
• India: May 8, 1965
• Philippines: May 8, 1965
• United Kingdom: May 8, 1965
• Canada: May 8, 1965

According to data from the ACE Electoral Knowledge Network, 205 countries and territories have a minimum voting age of 18 for national elections out of 237 countries and territories the organisation has data on as of October 2020. Some countries may issue additional requirements for voting eligibility from time to time.

When am I eligible to get a driving license?

Learner's Permit (Under supervision)

• United States: May 8, 1962
• India: May 8, 1963
• Philippines: May 8, 1963
• United Kingdom: May 8, 1964
• Canada: May 8, 1963

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

• United States: May 8, 1963
• India: May 8, 1965
• Philippines: May 8, 1965
• United Kingdom: May 8, 1964
• Canada: May 8, 1963

Full Driving License

• United States: May 8, 1965
• India: May 8, 1967
• Philippines: May 8, 1965
• United Kingdom: May 8, 1968
• Canada: May 8, 1965

When do I reach age of consent?

• United States: May 8, 1963
• India: May 8, 1965
• Philippines: May 8, 1963
• United Kingdom: May 8, 1963
• Canada: May 8, 1963

Disclaimer: This is not legal advise. Age of consent is a complex legal system which can vary depending on individual situation and circumstances. In the United States, as of April 2021, of the total fifty U.S. states, approximately thirty have an age of consent of 16 (with this being the most common age of consent in the country), some set the age of consent at 17, and in about eleven states the age is 18.

When can I marry without parental consent?

• United States: May 8, 1965
• India: May 8, 1968
• Philippines: May 8, 1965
• United Kingdom: May 8, 1965
• Canada: May 8, 1965

When do I reach legal age of drinking (consuming alcohol)?

• United States: May 8, 1968
• India: May 8, 1968
• Philippines: May 8, 1965
• United Kingdom: May 8, 1965
• Canada: May 8, 1966

When do I reach legal age of smoking (consuming tobacco)?

• India: May 8, 1965
• Canada: May 8, 1966
• United States: May 8, 1968
• Philippines: May 8, 1968
• United Kingdom: May 8, 1965

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When Will I Become a Millionaire?

June 8, 1993

Yes, you can become a millionaire by saving small and investing. Believe in yourself and it's never too late to start.

Please note, this calculation assumes $100 monthly savings into US stocks with ARR 7% and that the monthly savings double every 10 years from the starting date. The actual outcome might vary based on additional factors not considered in this simple calculation, such as taxes, fees, changes in contribution, or more complex compounding scenarios.

Your next birthday

• May 8, 2026 is on a Friday.
• Your next birthday is 209 days away.

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Astrology Analysis

Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2025

Transits for 2025

• Saturn sextile Sun
  Exact: 31 January, 2025
• Saturn square Moon
  Exact: 02 March, 2025
• Jupiter opposition Moon
  Exact: 01 May, 2025
• Mars aspects Mars
  Exact: 20 July, 2025
• Mars aspects Mercury
  Exact: 19 August, 2025
• Mars opposition Mars
  Exact: 08 September, 2025
• Mars aspects Rahu
  Exact: 28 September, 2025
• Jupiter trine Jupiter
  Exact: 08 October, 2025
• Jupiter trine Jupiter
  Exact: 17 December, 2025

Note: Multiple transits occurring in close proximity often signify a major event in a person's life.

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