Born on 20 August, 1956 (Monday)

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August 20, 1956 - Your Birthday Astrology & Personality Traits

Born on August 20, 1956 : You are steady, private, and quietly powerful

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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 August 20, 1956 relative to the Moon to provide you with deep insights into your personality and life path.

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Yearly Predictions

2026: Embracing Wisdom, Harvesting Life's Rewards

Turning 70 is a significant milestone, a time for reflection and celebration. This year isn't just about looking back; it's about actively shaping the next chapter of your life. Think of it like reaching the summit of a mountain – the view is breathtaking, but the journey down, while different, is equally rewarding. 2026 holds opportunities for profound personal growth and fulfilling experiences, even amidst some challenges.

A Year of Reflection and New Beginnings

2026 promises a blend of introspection and exciting new ventures. You'll find yourself revisiting past experiences, gaining fresh perspectives, and...

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Shared Birthdays

Some famous persons born on August 20, 1956

• Katalin Bogyay, Journalist, Diplomat, and Ambassador, born in Székesfehérvár
• Joan Allen, Film actor, Television actor, Voice actor, and Stage actor, born in Rochelle
• Desmond Swayne, Politician, born in Bern
• Roberto Regazzi, Musical instrument maker, and Luthier, born in Bologna
• Dragan Čović, Politician, and Engineer, born in Mostar
• Kimberly Tomes, Model, and Beauty pageant contestant, born in Chicago
• István Pásztor, Politician, born in Novi Kneževac (died: October 30, 2023)
• Augusto Santos Silva, Sociologist, School teacher, University teacher, Journalist, and Politician, born in Porto
• Michele Boldrin, Video blogger, Blogger, University teacher, and Economist, born in Padua
• Frank Holl, Literary scholar, and Historian, born in Heidelberg
• Regimantas Čiupaila, Mathematician, and Politician, born in Kaunas
• Claude Klimek, Association football player, born in Mulhouse
• Géraldine, Radio personality, born in Aubervilliers (died: May 18, 2012)
• Marie-Noëlle Battistel, Politician, born in Grenoble
• Simon Shepherd, Television actor, and Actor, born in Bristol
• İbrahim Şahin, Police officer, born in Reşadiye
• Ray Epps, Basketball player, born in Amelia County
• Riccardo Bruni, Teacher, born in Turin (died: April 27, 2023)
• Vasile Pavăl, Politician, and Engineer, born in Cristești
• Jan Henry T. Olsen, Consultant, Director, and Politician, born in Bergen (died: July 10, 2018)
• Alvin Greenidge, Cricketer, born in Christchurch, Barbados
• Carmen Tomás, Journalist, and Television presenter, born in Madrid
• Daniel Guebel, Journalist, Playwright, Writer, and Screenwriter, born in Buenos Aires
• Jeff Moore, American football player, born in Kosciusko
• Joel Finch, Baseball player, born in South Bend
• Lisa Beznosiuk, Music teacher, born in Sheffield
• Matt Moffitt, Singer, born in Sydney (died: August 13, 2003)
• Nancy Swider-Peltz, Speed skater, born in Chicago
• Nicolás Tauber, Association football player, born in La Plata
• Paul Schwartz, Pianist, and Musician, born in New York City
• Silas Malafaia, Presenter, Bookbinder, Theologian, Conferencier, Psychologist, Pastor, Businessperson, and Writer, born in Rio de Janeiro
• Waldemar Milewicz, Journalist, born in Dobre Miasto (died: May 7, 2004)
• Wieslaw Kazimierz Binienda, Academic, and Engineer, born in Koło
• Ľubomír Dolgoš, Pedagogue, Economist, Politician, and Writer, born in Podbrezová (died: December 29, 2004)
• Hiroshi Takayama, University teacher, and Historian, born in Tanushimaru
• Józef Zalewski, Politician, born in Piaski, Piaseczno County
• Mirosław Żerkowski, Athletics competitor, born in Łódź
• Rini S. Bono, Actor, born in Indonesia
• Billy Campfield, American football coach, and American football player, born in Las Vegas
• Lee Byeong-wook, Researcher, born in Pohang
• Celso Russomanno, Journalist, and Politician, born in São Paulo
• Islam Elsanov, Forfatter, and Filmskaper, born in Ala-Buka District
• Burkhard Mast-Weisz, Politician, born in Bielefeld
• František Hrdlička, Manager, born in Ústí nad Labem (died: August 2, 2014)
• Pi Woo-jin, Military officer, born in Chungju
• Edmund Głombiewski, Politician, born in Wejherowo
• Manuel Nin, Catholic deacon, Catholic bishop, and Catholic priest, born in El Vendrell
• Althea Efunshile, Legal administrator, born in United Kingdom
• Tahira Naqvi, Actor, born in Allo Mahar (died: June 2, 1982)
• Lantra Fernando, Cricketer, born in Colombo (died: June 23, 2014)
• Didier Martin, Politician, born in Clichy
• Monika Schmidt, Judge, born in Hohenlimburg
• Toimi Jaatinen, Museum Director, and Museum Counselor, born in Juva
• Мира Викторовна Бавуу-Сюрюн, Scientist, born in Shagonar
• Валерый Уладзіміравіч Бабук, Coach, born in Bor
• Celso Ubirajara Russomanno, Journalist, born in São Paulo
• Wang Cheng-hsu, Researcher, Politician, and Physician, born in Chiayi County
• Лілія Василівна Авдєєва, Microbiologist, born in Kyiv
• Alena Křesalová, Graphic artist, and Editing staff, born in Prague
• Ronald van Tienhoven, Visual artist, born in The Hague
• Syahruddin, Politician, born in Makassar
• Mohamed Mahmoud Mohamed Salah, Jurist, born in Tamchekett
• Joseph Trần Đình Long, Latin Catholic priest, born in Phú Thọ
• Giampaolo Cassano, Church historian, and Catholic priest, born in Casale Monferrato
• Тамара Олеговна Гордеева, Psychologist, and Professor, born in Moscow
• João Pereira Bezerra, Retired, born in Crateús
• Q118286946, Actor, born in Újfehértó

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What happened on August 20, 1956

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August 20, 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: August 20, 1974
• India: August 20, 1974
• Philippines: August 20, 1974
• United Kingdom: August 20, 1974
• Canada: August 20, 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: August 20, 1971
• India: August 20, 1972
• Philippines: August 20, 1972
• United Kingdom: August 20, 1973
• Canada: August 20, 1972

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

• United States: August 20, 1972
• India: August 20, 1974
• Philippines: August 20, 1974
• United Kingdom: August 20, 1973
• Canada: August 20, 1972

Full Driving License

• United States: August 20, 1974
• India: August 20, 1976
• Philippines: August 20, 1974
• United Kingdom: August 20, 1977
• Canada: August 20, 1974

When do I reach age of consent?

• United States: August 20, 1972
• India: August 20, 1974
• Philippines: August 20, 1972
• United Kingdom: August 20, 1972
• Canada: August 20, 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: August 20, 1974
• India: August 20, 1977
• Philippines: August 20, 1974
• United Kingdom: August 20, 1974
• Canada: August 20, 1974

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

• United States: August 20, 1977
• India: August 20, 1977
• Philippines: August 20, 1974
• United Kingdom: August 20, 1974
• Canada: August 20, 1975

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

• India: August 20, 1974
• Canada: August 20, 1975
• United States: August 20, 1977
• Philippines: August 20, 1977
• United Kingdom: August 20, 1974

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When Will I Become a Millionaire?

September 20, 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

• August 20, 2026 is on a Thursday.
• Your next birthday is 258 days away.

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Astrology Analysis

Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2025

Transits for 2025

• Jupiter trine Moon
  Exact: 01 January, 2025
• Saturn opposition Mercury
  Exact: 12 March, 2025
• Jupiter trine Moon
  Exact: 12 March, 2025
• Saturn conjunction Mars
  Exact: 22 March, 2025
• Mars conjunction Sun
  Exact: 10 June, 2025
• Mars square Saturn
  Exact: 10 June, 2025
• Rahu conjunction Mars
  Exact: 10 June, 2025
• Ketu conjunction Mercury
  Exact: 20 June, 2025
• Mars conjunction Jupiter
  Exact: 30 June, 2025
• Jupiter conjunction Venus
  Exact: 30 July, 2025
• Mars aspects Ketu
  Exact: 28 September, 2025
• Jupiter trine Mars
  Exact: 08 October, 2025
• Jupiter trine Mars
  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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