CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Idris Elba, 46; Rosie Perez, 54; Jane Curtin, 71; Swoosie Kurtz, 74.

Happy Birthday: Set your sights on bringing about changes that will help you eliminate the negativity in your life, as well as the people and situations that bring you down and hold you back. How you handle others will determine how well you do. Know what you want and use your intelligence, know-how and experience to ensure your success. Walk away from manipulative people. Your numbers are 2, 13, 24, 27, 33, 46, 48.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t stagnate when you should be moving forward. Make personal changes that will help to settle your nerves and level out your emotional stress. Take care of unfinished business so you feel free to start something new. 5 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You’ll crave change that will help you fill in any void you are feeling. Before you leap from one thing to another, consider the outcome as well as how you will affect others. Emotional situations will escalate. 2 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Make personal changes that will bring you peace of mind. Don’t rely on others or try to mold someone into being more like you. Offering freedom to those you love will ensure that you are granted the same in return. 4 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): An emotional move will not help matters. Take a step back and reconsider your actions. Common sense, practicality and friendly persuasion will be the keys to getting what you want. An unusual opportunity will change your life. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Simplicity, consistency and moderation will be necessary if you want to avoid a setback. Don’t promise the impossible or make changes that aren’t carefully considered. Work hard and be a team player if you want to get ahead. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Take the plunge and do something that makes you happy. A change will do you good, and connecting with people you have worked with or enjoyed being around in the past will lead to opportunities and new beginnings. 4 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Go over every little detail before you share your plans or put them into motion. Not everyone will accept the changes you want to make. Listen to the suggestions offered to avoid a costly mistake. Don’t take criticism personally. 2 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): As the day progresses, anger will mount. Be sure to have an outlet for your pent-up energy or you may do something that will disrupt a relationship with a friend or relative. Listen and be willing to make concessions. 2 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Take care of your financial, legal and medical issues personally. You will not be represented the way you want if you let someone speak on your behalf. Play it safe and control the situation. Don’t divulge passwords or private information. 5 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Set high standards, and don’t stop until you are happy with what transpires. Your drive and determination will help you get what you want. Personal and professional gains will turn out better than anticipated if you push to finish what you start. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Personal improvements are within reach if you are reasonable. An unexpected last-minute decision someone makes will catch you by surprise. Don’t feel you have to compensate for what others do. Do your own thing and follow through with plans. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Put your enthusiasm to work and you’ll drum up support that will help you reach your goals. Putting your plans in motion will be prosperous and open a door that has been closed in the past. A partnership looks promising. 3 stars

Birthday Baby: You are logical, interesting and unique. You are resourceful and focused.

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