CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Sam E. Goldberg, 18; Mike Tyson, 39; Vincent D’Onofrio, 46; Tony Musante, 69

Happy Birthday: Prepare to put all you have been through and all the lessons you’ve learned to good use. This is the year to get involved and participate in life. The past is the past, but the future is filled with hope and opportunity. Make the very best of it.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t take sides or try to put the blame on someone else today. Protect your own interests; anger will lead to more trouble. Don’t let work-related problems affect your personal life.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Be aggressive if you want things to happen. All talk and no action will lead to disappointment. Make changes that reflect the lifestyle you see yourself living. It’s a new beginning.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don’t let emotional issues lead you down the wrong path. Confront someone who isn’t being upfront with you. Read between the lines to get a true sense of what is going on. Romance is looking good.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You may have to juggle more than you are prepared to do, but if you refrain from letting yourself get upset, you will feel good at the end of the day. Put your memory and imagination to good use, and you will come out on top.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Don’t let personal issues get you down. It’s only a matter of time before the tide turns, so let it go. Don’t neglect your responsibilities, or someone you thought you could count on will not be in your corner.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You can accomplish what you want by going through the back door. An aggressive attitude will show everyone you mean business. Love and romance may be changeable, but the outcome will be beneficial.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You may want to help out an organization or even a friend, but don’t let either cost you financially. You stand a far better chance of really doing something worthwhile if you make suggestions and physically assist in some manner.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Don’t take everything to heart, but be aware of a pending problem with a partner. Get everything in writing before you agree to proceed with a project. Your ability and talent are obvious, so don’t be taken for granted.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Get busy, and you will achieve all that you set out to do. Your determination to do your best work will be recognized by someone who can help you in the future. Advancement is headed your way.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Focus on business and personal partnerships. This is a perfect day to settle disagreements or to set up plans for future events, activities or deals. Don’t give your money freely to an organization that hasn’t proven to be legitimate.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): A partner you thought you could count on is likely to take a turn, leaving you alone. Take care of your own responsibilities. Don’t fool yourself – look at all sides before taking action.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Change is good. The sooner you realize that, the sooner you will be able to take advantage of the opportunities around you. A romantic encounter is looking positive. Be creative in your approach to love.

Birthday Baby: You are headstrong and determined and will not take no for an answer. You are persuasive, unique in everything you do and a little ahead of your time.

You have the makings of someone who can be a strong leader.