Brian May is an astrophysicist and legendary guitarist who achieved worldwide fame as a founding member of the iconic rock band Queen. Beyond his musical accomplishments, he completed his PhD in astrophysics and has become an advocate for animal rights and environmental causes, embodying the Cancer sign's nurturing protective instincts on a global scale.
Known for: Lead guitarist of Queen, We Will Rock You, Bohemian Rhapsody, PhD in Astrophysics, Animal rights activism
Brian May's Natal Chart
Tropical zodiac · planetary positions at birth, Hampton, United Kingdom (approximate - birth time not recorded)
| Planet | Sign | Degree | Rx |
|---|---|---|---|
| ☉Sun | Cancer | 25° 58' 20" | |
| ☽Moon | Leo | 14° 50' 27" | |
| ☿Mercury | Cancer | 18° 39' 48" | R |
| ♀Venus | Cancer | 13° 22' 27" | |
| ♂Mars | Gemini | 12° 51' 44" | |
| ♃Jupiter | Scorpio | 17° 42' 37" | |
| ♄Saturn | Leo | 10° 14' 07" | |
| ♅Uranus | Gemini | 23° 57' 39" | |
| ♆Neptune | Libra | 8° 15' 37" | |
| ♇Pluto | Leo | 12° 26' 60" | |
| ☊Rahu | Taurus | 29° 35' 11" | R |
| ☋Ketu | Scorpio | 29° 35' 11" | R |
Note: Brian May's exact birth time is not publicly recorded. This chart shows planetary positions computed at 12:00 UTC on the birth date — accurate for slow-moving planets (Mars through Pluto) but the Moon position may be off by up to half a sign. Ascendant and houses are not shown.
Birth Details
- Date
- July 19, 1947
- Place
- Hampton
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Timezone
Zodiac Profile
- Sun Sign
- Cancer
- Element
- Water
- Quality
- Cardinal
- Ruling Planet
- Moon
Human Design Profile
Birth time unknown - type is accurate; authority & profile may vary.
Incarnation Cross
Left Angle Cross of Gates 62/61/3/50
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Cosmic Identity
Spirit Animal
Eagle
The eagle embodies Brian's dual nature as a Cancer sun with Life Path 11, soaring between earthly musical expression and cosmic astrophysical pursuits. Like this majestic bird that can see both microscopic details and vast landscapes, Brian bridges the intimate emotional world of Cancer with the illuminating vision of the master number 11, creating anthems that unite massive crowds while exploring the mysteries of the universe.
Archetype
The Cosmic Guardian
Brian embodies the Cosmic Guardian, using his Cancer sun's protective nurturing nature on a universal scale through both music and science. His Life Path 11 illuminates higher truths about our place in the cosmos, whether through guitar riffs that move millions or astrophysical research that expands human understanding. This archetype manifests as someone who safeguards both artistic legacy and planetary welfare.
Power Planet
Moon — His lunar rulership as a Cancer amplifies his intuitive connection to rhythm, emotion, and the collective unconscious that makes Queen's music timelessly resonant.
Elemental Dominance
Water (Cancer) — This water dominance flows through his music like emotional tides, creating deeply moving compositions that wash over audiences and cleanse them through shared cathartic experience.
Fame Signature
Brian's Cancer sun creates deeply emotional, protective anthems that feel like home to millions, while his Life Path 11 channels divine inspiration through his distinctive guitar sound. His fame stems from this rare combination of scientific precision and emotional intuition, crafting music that serves as both personal sanctuary and universal rally cry.
Shadow Side
His Cancer sensitivity can lead to overprotectiveness and defensive reactions when his creations or causes are challenged. The intensity of Life Path 11 may create periods of overwhelming responsibility to illuminate truth, potentially causing isolation or anxiety about living up to his cosmic calling.
Numerology
11
Life Path
The Illuminator
11
Expression
The Illuminator
11
Soul Urge
The Illuminator
9
Personality
The Humanitarian
Life Path 11 elevates Brian's Cancer sun from personal emotional expression to universal illumination, transforming intimate feelings into anthems that light the way for humanity. His master number calling channels Cancer's protective instincts into guardianship of both musical heritage and cosmic knowledge. This combination creates a luminous bridge between heart and mind, emotion and science, individual and collective consciousness.
Lucky Gemstones
Pearl
Primary - Life Path 11
Pearl
Secondary - Cancer Sun Sign
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