Born on 17 May, 1956 (Thursday)

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May 17, 1956 - Your Birthday Astrology & Personality Traits

Born on May 17, 1956 : Quiet authority with a private fire

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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 17, 1956 relative to the Moon to provide you with deep insights into your personality and life path.

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Yearly Predictions

The year 2025 holds a mixed bag of opportunities and challenges for you, dear seeker. As you journey through this significant year, the sub-cycle of Rahu, running from January 2024 to November 2026, will cast its influence upon your endeavors. This planetary alignment may bring forth obstacles and unexpected turns, testing your resilience and adaptability. Yet, amidst these trials, there lies the potential for profound growth and transformation. The first half of 2025 will see Jupiter transiting through your 10th house, bestowing its blessings upon your professional pursuits. This auspicious transit may open doors to new opportunities, recognition for your...

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Shared Birthdays

Some famous persons born on May 17, 1956

• Barbara Szlachetka, Athletics competitor, born in Łomża (died: November 24, 2005)
• Annise Parker, Politician, born in Houston
• Bob Saget, Stand-up comedian, Podcaster, Film producer, Film director, Voice actor, Television presenter, and Screenwriter, born in Philadelphia (died: January 9, 2022)
• Frank Farkas, Politician, born in Milwaukee
• Magnus Bergquist, Actor, born in Södertälje (died: May 25, 2014)
• Antonio Campillo Meseguer, Essayist, Philosopher, and Sociologist, born in Santomera
• Carl Hamilton, Writer, born in Sollefteå Parish
• Kevin P. Chavous, Politician, born in Indianapolis
• Micheline Borghs, Fencer, born in Antwerp
• Yoshihiko Aimoto, Announcer, born in Takaoka
• Jan Monczka, Actor, born in Karviná
• Janusz Moszyński, Architect, born in Siemianowice Śląskie
• Олег Геннадійович Азарьєв, Writer, born in Simferopol
• Mykola Lavrenko, Politician, born in Sevastopol, Ukrainian SSR
• Jens Henry Nielsen, Speedway rider, born in Arentsminde
• Niels-Bo Valbro, Theatre manager, and Theatrical producer, born in Søborg
• Xurxo Alonso García, Painter, and Writer, born in Buenos Aires
• Iris Mack, Mathematician, born in New Orleans (died: September 27, 2022)
• Romualdas Gailiūnas, Political and public figure, born in Gudžiūnai
• Serhii Kharchenko, Civil servant, born in Sloviansk
• Juan Gallardo, Musician, born in Val d'Aran
• Jarno Sinisalo, Conductor, born in Tampere (died: May 27, 2006)
• Robin C Taylor, Composer, born in Copenhagen
• Nicolai Diordița, Test pilot, born in Parkany
• Victoria Zidaru, Painter, born in Liteni, Suceava, România
• Sugar Ray Leonard, Boxer, and Actor, born in Wilmington
• António Manuel Moiteiro Ramos, Catholic bishop, and Catholic priest, born in Aldeia de João Pires
• Jorma Härkönen, Middle-distance runner, born in Parikkala
• Fernando Quirarte, Association football player, and Association football coach, born in Guadalajara
• Brigitte Fetzer, Volleyball player, born in Bad Schlema
• Darshano L. Rieser, Rock climber, born in Zell am Ziller
• Dave Sim, Cartoonist, and Comics artist, born in Hamilton
• Margarita Mathiopoulos, Non-fiction writer, University teacher, and Author, born in Bonn
• Mieczysław Młynarski, Basketball coach, and Basketball player, born in Resko
• Tino Tracanna, Saxophonist, and Musician, born in Livorno
• Johnjoe McFadden, Geneticist, University teacher, and Biologist, born in Donegal
• Philippe Pascal, Singer-songwriter, born in Sidi Bel Abbès (died: September 12, 2019)
• Lee Shelley, Fencer, born in Beaumont
• Mark Smith, Fencer, born in New York City
• Vsevolod Coroliuc, Drummer, and Composer, born in Ghindești (died: August 1, 2023)
• Юрий Анатольевич Пахомов, Military personnel, born in Petropavl
• Yury Rubin, Economist, born in Kemerovo
• Ольга Ива́новна Че́нчикова, Ballet dancer, born in Moscow
• Naděžda Kudrnáčová, Scholar of English, and Pedagogue, born in Zlín
• Николай Николаевич Швец, учёный, политический деятель, and профессор, born in Великие Будища, Полтавская область, Украинская ССР
• Piotr Śliwka, Catholic priest, Chaplain of His Holiness, and Opposition activist, born in Środa Śląska
• Boris Shpilker, Chess player, born in Khmelnytskyi
• Երվանդ Աբելի Զորյան, Information technology instructor, Information Systems Technician, and Information systems technician, born in Aleppo
• Marilén Cabrera, Politician, and Teacher, born in Calama
• Pavel Lipavský, University teacher, and Physicist, born in Prague
• Milena Jurgec, Volunteer, Opinion journalist, Cultural worker, Singer, Firefighter, and Teacher, born in Celje
• Jeanette Hellström, Actor, born in Huddinge Municipality
• Maymunah, Politician, born in Palembang
• Yayuk Padmi Rahayu, Politician, born in Surabaya
• Slavko Gerželj, Police officer, born in Koper
• Herman HN, Politician, born in Menggala
• Maria Eduarda Azevedo, Politician, born in Malveira (died: September 1, 2020)
• Cheenu Mohan, Television actor, and Actor, born in Tamil Nadu (died: December 27, 2018)
• Gobind Chandra Majhi, Banker, and Writer, born in Bahalda (died: December 17, 2020)
• Isao Takagi, Screenwriter, born in Osaka (died: July 19, 1994)
• Gerard Verburg, Fashion designer, born in Rotterdam
• Júlio César Costa Lima, Economist, and Politician, born in Fortaleza
• Teréz Csombor, Actor, born in Alattyán
• Stéphane Raimbault, Restaurateur, born in Cholet
• Marc Blusztejn, Businessperson, born in Paris
• Catarina Andersson Forsman, Physician, born in Rasbo socken
• Nada Kostić, Politician, born in Belgrade
• Marco Steiner, Writer, born in Rome
• Valdinei Afonso Palhares, Rancher, and Politician, born in São Paulo
• Sirpa Leppänen, Linguist, and University teacher, born in Jyväskylä
• Chuck Correal, American football player, born in Uniontown
• Helder de Rizzo da Matta, Physician, born in Araraquara
• Joel Lopes Paradella, Civil servant, born in Guarulhos
• Michele De Luca, Molecular biologist, and Biochemist, born in Savona
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What happened on May 17, 1956

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

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May 17, 1956 Facts

What is my generation?

The person with birth year 1956 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 17, 1974
• India: May 17, 1974
• Philippines: May 17, 1974
• United Kingdom: May 17, 1974
• Canada: May 17, 1974

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 17, 1971
• India: May 17, 1972
• Philippines: May 17, 1972
• United Kingdom: May 17, 1973
• Canada: May 17, 1972

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

• United States: May 17, 1972
• India: May 17, 1974
• Philippines: May 17, 1974
• United Kingdom: May 17, 1973
• Canada: May 17, 1972

Full Driving License

• United States: May 17, 1974
• India: May 17, 1976
• Philippines: May 17, 1974
• United Kingdom: May 17, 1977
• Canada: May 17, 1974

When do I reach age of consent?

• United States: May 17, 1972
• India: May 17, 1974
• Philippines: May 17, 1972
• United Kingdom: May 17, 1972
• Canada: May 17, 1972

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 17, 1974
• India: May 17, 1977
• Philippines: May 17, 1974
• United Kingdom: May 17, 1974
• Canada: May 17, 1974

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

• United States: May 17, 1977
• India: May 17, 1977
• Philippines: May 17, 1974
• United Kingdom: May 17, 1974
• Canada: May 17, 1975

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

• India: May 17, 1974
• Canada: May 17, 1975
• United States: May 17, 1977
• Philippines: May 17, 1977
• United Kingdom: May 17, 1974

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When Will I Become a Millionaire?

June 17, 2002

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 17, 2026 is on a Sunday.
• Your next birthday is 194 days away.

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Astrology Analysis

Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2025

Transits for 2025

• Mars aspects Mars
  Exact: 31 January, 2025
• Mars aspects Mars
  Exact: 22 March, 2025
• Saturn sextile Sun
  Exact: 21 April, 2025
• Jupiter trine Mars
  Exact: 21 April, 2025
• Mars opposition Mars
  Exact: 31 May, 2025
• Mars conjunction Moon
  Exact: 10 June, 2025
• Jupiter conjunction Venus
  Exact: 30 June, 2025
• Saturn sextile Sun
  Exact: 18 October, 2025
• Mars conjunction Rahu
  Exact: 17 November, 2025
• Mars opposition Ketu
  Exact: 17 November, 2025

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

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