Sun - Ascendant Aspects in Natal Chart

Sun – Ascendant Aspects in the Natal Chart

A planet in conjunction to the Ascendant always takes on powerful proportions in the native’s life and personality. A distinction is made between planets in the twelfth house in conjunction to the Ascendant, and planets in the first house in conjunction to the Ascendant. When found in the first house, that planet feels free to express itself. When behind the Ascendant in the twelfth house, that planet is just as powerful, but it has problems expressing itself in a direct and uninhibited manner.

Symbols for the Sun, conjunction aspect, and Ascendant (which is simply the letters ASC) on the foreground of a random spattering of astrology symbols

Sun conjunct the Ascendant (the Sun rising)

Sun conjunct the Ascendant
These people make a strong personal impression. Others tend to see them as confident people, or as leaders of some sort. This is because they project strength. Of course, this strong impression can rub some people the wrong way. These people are noticeable and very aware of how they come across to others.

Sun rising people tend to believe that they are in control of their destiny. They usually don’t believe in fate, and they’ll take any pessimistic comments that come their way as personal challenges. In fact, this concept extends to other areas of life–they prefer to lead rather than follow, and are usually most comfortable in situations where they have the freedom to do so. They identify strongly with the image they project, and they usually prefer to be viewed as capable individuals. Children with this aspect may appear to be older than their years.

If the Sun is in the 12th house and conjunct the Ascendant, the desire to lead and to be noticed is great, but there may be some teetering when it comes to actually expressing these desires. These people may be inclined to daydream a lot about being awe-inspiring leaders, or the center of attention, but there can be much self-consciousness and some reluctance to actually throw themselves into the spotlight. Over time, they might find ways to get the attention or the position of importance they crave in indirect and/or creative ways.

See more about the Sun conjunct the Ascendant.

Sun square Ascendant
People born with Sun square Ascendant do not always “come across” to others as they intend to. Especially in their youth, these people can easily offend others with what people might call an “attitude”. Sometimes, the impression is one of being overbearing, arrogant, or pushy. If this is the case, it’s due to a defense mechanism perhaps stemming from childhood.

For some reason or other, what these people want to express is often interpreted the wrong way. Awareness of this discrepancy is important, otherwise the defense mechanism can worsen over time, and natives of this aspect can meet with problems at work (especially with authority) and in personal relationships. Softening the manner and the attitude does wonders to smooth over relationships of all kinds.

Some Famous People with the Sun Square the Ascendant include Christian Dior (Sun in Aquarius square Scorpio Ascendant), Hélène Boucher (Sun in early Gemini square late Leo Ascendant), Vincent Price (Sun in Gemini square Pisces Ascendant), Dean Martin (Sun in Gemini square Pisces Ascendant), Lena Horne (Sun in Cancer square Aries Ascendant), Harry Belafonte (Sun in Pisces square Gemini Ascendant), David Carradine (Sun in Sagittarius square Pisces Ascendant), Al Pacino (Sun in Taurus square Leo Ascendant), Martha Stewart (Sun in Leo square Scorpio Ascendant), Tammy Faye Bakker Messner, (Sun in Pisces square Sagittarius Ascendant), Oliver North (Sun in Libra square Cancer Ascendant), Henry Winkler (Sun in Scorpio square Aquarius Ascendant), Jessica Lange (Sun in Taurus square Leo Ascendant), Jeff Bridges (Sun in Sagittarius square Virgo Ascendant), Sissy Spacek (Sun in Capricorn square Virgo Ascendant), Kurt Russell (Sun in Pisces square Cancer Ascendant), Roseanne Barr (Sun in Scorpio square Aquarius Ascendant), Michael Bolton (Sun in Pisces square Sagittarius Ascendant), John Malkovich (Sun in Sagittarius square Virgo Ascendant), Denzel Washington (Sun in Capricorn square Libra Ascendant), Whoopi Goldberg (Sun in Scorpio square Aquarius Ascendant), Geena Davis (Sun in Aquarius square Libra Ascendant), Bryan Cranston (Sun in Pisces square Gemini Ascendant), Carrie Fisher (Sun in Libra square Capricorn Ascendant), Helen Hunt (Sun in Gemini square Virgo Ascendant), Chaz Bono (Sun in Pisces square Sagittarius Ascendant), Gwen Stefani (Sun in Libra square Capricorn Ascendant), Erik Menendez (Sun in Sagittarius square Virgo Ascendant), Lauryn Hill (Sun in Gemini square Virgo Ascendant), Kate Hudson (Sun in Aries square Cancer Ascendant), Kesha (Sun in Pisces square Sagittarius Ascendant), and Natália Mayara (Sun in Aries square Cancer Ascendant).

Sun opposition Ascendant
There is a big tendency for those born under the Sun in opposition to the Ascendant to “find themselves” through other people. Most people with this aspect are in partnership with a close personal friend and/or a close romantic partner most of their lives with few gaps between.

Just as Sun conjunct the Ascendant has an Aries flavor, the opposition has a Libra flavor, especially if the Sun is found in the seventh house. These people truly come alive when one-on-one. This makes them good at negotiations, therapy, and other situations where being able to slip into another’s shoes is advantageous. Decision-making is enjoyed best when shared with another person. These are people who are the first to call on a close personal friend or the spouse whenever a decision needs to be made–not that they always take that person’s advice!

However, the back and forth of the exchange helps them to find an answer within. Again, this comes back to seeing themselves through others’ perspectives. These are not the types of people who go to movies or restaurants alone (by choice). They simply feel more powerful and happy with someone tagging along. Some are submissive, but most are not. They don’t truly give their power away to others.

However, they don’t readily “own” their power without feedback from others, where the term “others” doesn’t refer to people in general, but to an individual. It’s not about reputation or saving face (although this is possible if the Sun is also square the Midheaven).

Read more about the Sun opposition Ascendant.

Some examples of the Sun opposite the Ascendant include Angie Dickinson (Sun in Libra opposite Aries Ascendant), Richard Chamberlain (Sun in Aries opposite Libra Ascendant), Jill St. John (Sun in Leo opposite Aquarius Ascendant), Stacy Keach (Sun in Gemini opposite Sagittarius Ascendant), Frank Jr. Sinatra (Sun in Capricorn opposite Cancer Ascendant), Gladys Knight (Sun in Gemini opposite Sagittarius Ascendant), Mark Spitz (Sun in Aquarius opposite Leo Ascendant), Heather Locklear (Sun in Libra opposite Aries Ascendant), Lisa Marie Presley (Sun in Aquarius opposite Leo Ascendant), Ewan McGregor (Sun in Aries opposite Libra Ascendant), William Prince of Wales (Sun in early Cancer opposite late Sagittarius Ascendant), and Brie Larson (Sun in Libra opposite Aries Ascendant).

Please note that the examples above include only birth data rated AA for accuracy since the Ascendant is highly sensitive to birth time.

Sun sextile or trine the Ascendant
It is easy and natural for those born under a harmonious aspect between the Sun and the Ascendant to be received well by others. There is a distinct air of authority and magnanimity surrounding these people. The authority they project generally doesn’t offend others, generally because sincerity is sensed at the same time. Unless the Ascendant or Sun are otherwise quite challenged, most would describe these people as natural, easy to like, and friendly.

Especially with the trine, there is a marked interest in the performing arts and/or sports and games, both as spectators and as participants. This is an especially favorable aspect to have for those who are in the public eye.

Read more about the Sun sextile the Ascendant in the natal chart.

Or, read more about the Sun trine the Ascendant in the natal chart.

Examples of people with Sun sextile the Ascendant (AA data accuracy only) include Salvador Dali (Sun in Taurus, Cancer Ascendant), Philip, Duke of Edinburgh (Sun in Gemini, Leo Ascendant), Hank Williams (Sun in Virgo, Cancer Ascendant), Marilyn Monroe (Sun in Gemini, Leo Ascendant), Buffy Sainte-Marie (Sun in early Pisces, late Sagittarius Ascendant), Peter Straub (Sun in Pisces, Taurus Ascendant), Billie Jean King (Sun in Scorpio, Capricorn Ascendant), Jim Morrison (Sun in Sagittarius, Aquarius Ascendant), Mary Wilson (Sun in Pisces, Taurus Ascendant), Keith Carradine (Leo Sun, Gemini Ascendant), Jimmy Connors (Sun in Virgo, Scorpio Ascendant), K. D. Lang (Sun in Scorpio, Virgo Ascendant), and Drake (Sun in early Scorpio, late Leo Ascendant).

Examples of people with Sun trine the Ascendant (AA data accuracy only) include Marlene Dietrich (Sun in Capricorn, Virgo Ascendant), Jonathan Winters (Sun in Scorpio, Cancer Ascendant), Bob Fosse (Sun in early Cancer, late Aquarius Ascendant), Sean Connery (Sun in Virgo, Capricorn Ascendant), Bill Moyers (Sun in Gemini, Aquarius Ascendant), Etta James (Sun in Aquarius, Libra Ascendant), Twyla Tharp (Sun in Cancer, Scorpio Ascendant), Carole King (Sun in Aquarius, Libra Ascendant), Rita Coolidge (Sun in Taurus, Capricorn Ascendant), André the Giant (Sun in late Taurus, early Libra Ascendant), Alice Cooper (Sun in Aquarius, Libra Ascendant), Bernadette Peters (Sun in Pisces, Scorpio Ascendant), Donna Summer (Sun in Capricorn, Virgo Ascendant), Kevin Costner (Sun in Capricorn, Virgo Ascendant), Kelly McGillis (Sun in Cancer, Scorpio Ascendant), Jennifer Jason Leigh (Sun in Aquarius, Gemini Ascendant), Kamala Harris (Sun in Libra, Aquarius Ascendant), Teri Hatcher (Sun in Sagittarius, Leo Ascendant), Lisa Bonet (Sun in Scorpio, Cancer Ascendant), Jennifer Aniston (Sun in Aquarius, Libra Ascendant), Niecy Nash (Sun in Pisces, Scorpio Ascendant), Bobby Cannavale (Sun in Taurus, Virgo Ascendant), David Tennant (Sun in Aries, Leo Ascendant), Mayim Bialik (Sun in Sagittarius, Leo Ascendant), John Krasinski (Sun in Libra, Gemini Ascendant), Ali Wong (Sun in Aries, Sagittarius Ascendant), Finn Wittrock (Sun in Scorpio, Cancer Ascendant), Darren Criss (Sun in Aquarius, Gemini Ascendant), Kendrick Lamar (Sun in Gemini, Libra Ascendant), and Julia Butters (Sun in Aries, Leo Ascendant).

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Interpretations written by Annie.

Sun – Ascendant Aspects in the Natal Chart

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