CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Bruce Willis, 53; Glenn Close, 61; Ursula Andress, 72; Phyllis Newman, 75.

Happy Birthday: Luck is with you this year. A serious but innovative approach will bring encouragement from people who want to see you excel. An opportunity will come through someone you once knew. Don’t stop short of your goals. It’s your determination that will count.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You won’t get a whole lot of help, so don’t take on too much. Pay close attention to the small but important detail. You don’t want to miss something that can add value to what you do. Take care of any minor health issues.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Form friendships with people who are interested in the same things you are but don’t be too willing to share your personal feelings just yet. A contract or settlement will turn in your favor. Use your charm.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don’t take chances. Keep tabs on what everyone wants from you. It’s likely you will be taken for granted if you don’t learn to say no. Focus on the things you like to do and future goals.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Participate in what you feel is important and everyone who cares about you will join in. Love is in a high cycle so don’t forget to put time aside to meet new people or to spend time with your current squeeze. Advancement and greater security are within your reach.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You may feel a little out of place today or just not in sync. Don’t let this frustrate you. There is a lesson to be learned that will lead you in a new direction and get you back on track. Don’t donate money or lend anyone your possessions or your cash.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Don’t rely on someone else’s information. Go to the source. The choice you make could easily influence your professional future. Love is in the stars so be ready to make a romantic move.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Use your talent, savvy, sophistication and clout to get you what you want. Even if someone tries to push you into a heated discussion, remain calm. Take care of a domestic problem before it festers.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): This isn’t the time to trust anyone with your ideas, plans or financial dealings. Someone may want to steal your thunder. Take a look at an investment that allows you to make an alteration to your living arrangements.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You may be in an entertaining mood but beware: Someone may take advantage of your generosity. Travel will not turn out as planned. Although your charm may help you out, it’s the delays and repercussions that will bog you down.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don’t trust anyone with your cash or belongings. A money deal may not turn out to be as good as you are led to believe. Be sure to give everything your thorough inspection before you sign on the dotted line.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Do a little personal house cleaning. Rid yourself of the problems that have been dragging you down. Be honest with yourself and the people around you. Once you clear the air you will be able to accomplish the dreams.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don’t take everything you are told to heart. Someone may want to keep you out of the loop by withholding information. Let your Pisces charm take over and handle the people of whom you are most suspicious.

Birthday Baby: You are a decision maker, a strong contender and an innovative thinker. You require justice and fair play and will do your best to keep everyone around you in line and on track.