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    Charles Bukowski

    German-American writer (1920–1994)

    🎨 Lucky Colour: White🔢 Lucky Number: 1, 7, 8🃏 Tarot: StrengthRashi lucky elements need the birth time (the Moon changed sign on this date: Simha or Kanya)

    As a Leo, Charles Bukowski carries the fire energy of the archer — leo is the most magnetic sign of the zodiac. ruled by the sun, they radiate warm. Their Life Path 9 — the The Humanitarian — guided by Mars, brings compassionate, idealistic, generous, and wise. visionaries d to everything they do.

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    Charles Bukowski — Birthday & Personal Facts

    Full NameCharles Bukowski
    ProfessionGerman-American writer (1920–1994)
    NationalityGermany
    Date of BirthAugust 16, 1920
    AgeDied in 1994, aged 73
    Chinese Zodiac🐒 Metal Monkey
    Sun sign (Western)♌ Leo
    Moon sign (Rashi)Simha or Kanya (depends on birth time)
    NakshatraPurva Phalguni or Uttara Phalguni (depends on birth time)
    Life Path Number9 — The Humanitarian
    🏆Ranked #2 of 15 notable people born on August 16 in our records, by global recognition (Wikipedia reach) →
    🌙Vedic birth chart & birth timeBirth time: not on record

    A genuine Vedic Kundli for Charles Bukowski would need their exact birth time and place, and those are not in the public record. The Ascendant (Lagna), house placements, Nakshatra and Dasha timeline all change with just a few minutes' difference — so we don't invent a time or quietly default to noon. This profile therefore shows only what the birth date can honestly support: Sun sign, Moon sign (Rashi), Chinese zodiac and Life Path.

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    🎂 Birthday RarityVery Common
    15celebrities share this birthday

    15 famous celebrities and notable people in our database were born on August 16. That makes it a very common birthday.

    Rarity percentile: 4%

    Astrological Profile

    Leo ♌ — The Fire Sign

    Leo is the most magnetic sign of the zodiac. Ruled by the Sun, they radiate warmth, confidence, and creativity. Their generosity is legendary and their presence commands every room they enter.

    Strengths

    CreativePassionateGenerousWarm-heartedHumorous

    Challenges

    ArrogantStubbornSelf-centredInflexibleLazy
    Lucky Colour
    Gold
    Lucky Stone
    Ruby
    Lucky Day
    Sunday
    Lucky Numbers
    1, 3, 10
    🃏 Tarot Card: Strength
    Inner courage, patience, and mastery of raw instinct

    Compatibility

    ✓ Aries✓ Sagittarius✓ Gemini
    ✗ Taurus✗ Scorpio

    Career: Born performers who excel in entertainment, politics, and leadership. Their charisma and natural authority make them compelling leaders and inspiring role models.

    Charles Bukowski's Age on Other Planets

    PlanetAge (planet years)Orbit (Earth years)
    ☿ Mercury4400.2
    ♀ Venus1720.6
    ♂ Mars561.9
    ♃ Jupiter811.9
    ♄ Saturn329.4
    ♅ Uranus184
    ♆ Neptune0164.8

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    Frequently Asked Questions About Charles Bukowski

    When is Charles Bukowski's birthday?

    Charles Bukowski was born on August 16, 1920.

    How old is Charles Bukowski?

    Charles Bukowski died in 1994, aged 73.

    What is Charles Bukowski's zodiac sign?

    Charles Bukowski's Western zodiac (Sun) sign is Leo (Jul 23 – Aug 22), an element of Fire ruled by Sun.

    What is Charles Bukowski's Moon sign (Rashi)?

    Charles Bukowski's Moon sign (Vedic Rashi) is Simha or Kanya (depends on birth time): the Moon moved from Simha into Kanya on August 16, 1920, and the exact birth time is not documented. This is different from the Western Sun sign (Leo).

    What is Charles Bukowski's Chinese zodiac sign?

    Charles Bukowski was born in the Year of the Monkey (Metal Monkey) — Sharp, smart, curious, mischievous.

    What is Charles Bukowski known for?

    Charles Bukowski: German-American writer (1920–1994).

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