Tobey Maguire

Birth Details:
June 27, 1975
Santa Monica, California

When Tobey Maguire told his mother he wanted to pursue a career as a chef, she offered him $100 to take an acting class. He took the bait and the acting bug bit. Maguire first met Leonardo DiCaprio on an audition for a television series back in 1990; though DiCaprio got the part, the two have been friends ever since, even teaming up in 1993's This Boy's Life (DiCaprio starred; Maguire had a bit part). Unlike DiCaprio, Maguire's career didn't take off until late in 1997, when the two actors were involved in a feud with a filmmaker over the release of a film they'd both appeared in. In Hollywood, no publicity is bad publicity; suddenly the press was noticing Leo's longtime pal, and roles in two extraordinary films -- Ang Lee's The Ice Storm (opposite Christina Ricci) and Woody Allen's Deconstructing Harry -- further helped put Maguire squarely in the spotlight. It all unfolded from there, including a starring role in Pleasantville opposite Reese Witherspoon, The Cider House Rules, Wonder Boys, the acclaimed Seabiscuit and the ongoing Spider-Man movies. It has been reported that the actor is a vegetarian who avoids drugs and alcohol and practices yoga, yet it's also well known that he's a regular in the Hollywood party scene. So is he the sensitive, health-conscious young man or another wild partier in DiCaprio's entourage? Perhaps the answer is both -- or maybe it's just that Maguire is a bit conflicted.

Maguire was born under a sensitive, emotional Cancer Sun. Cancer is a feminine, nurturing energy; Maguire would likely have made a great chef, had he chosen that life path -- Cancers are known for their hearty home cooking. Cancer is also concerned with family and tradition, and those born under its influence have a deeply emotional connection to their parents and to the past. They are also known for being rather moody, because they're so sensitive that they can't help but take on the emotions (read: stresses) of the people around them. This sensitive impressionability is one of the astrological factors that likely help Maguire hone his acting skills -- he has an intuitive connection to the characters he plays and easily takes on their emotional mindsets. Furthermore, his Sun squares Pluto, giving him an incredible desire to achieve his ambitions; this aspect combined with Cancer's cardinal quality means that Maguire is bound to achieve success in anything he puts his mind to.

Tobey Maguire's Tarot Reading

His Mercury, the communication planet, in intellectual Gemini also likely helps him a great deal in his career and acts as the perfect balance to his emotional Sun. Mercury in Gemini is a common placement among actors, songwriters and novelists, among others; it signals a particular agility with words and communication. Maguire is quick-witted and can grasp almost anything. His communication instinct is clear and well defined -- and it's a good thing, too, since his Cancer Sun might otherwise make it hard for him to put all his intense emotions into words. Cancer paired with Gemini, however, is an incredible astrological combo for an actor, as it joins emotional depth with unparalleled intellectualism.

Unlike most Young Hollywooders' love lives, Maguire's romantic adventures are largely unknown by the public. Is that because that's how he wants it or because there's not much to report? It's hard to say, but based on the stars, it's not likely to be the latter. With his planet of love, Venus, in dramatic, romantic Leo, Maguire is an ardent, generous lover who believes that more is better. He's the type to shower his sweetheart with romantic gifts -- and they won't be empty baubles either; his Cancer Sun dictates that he only give gifts imbued with meaning and sentimental value. Maguire's planet of passion, Mars, lies in Aries, another fire sign (Leo has fire energy as well). This placement speaks both to his sexual passions and to his life's ambitions, and Maguire takes direct, immediate action in pursuing both. He goes after what he wants without a moment's deliberation, whether that's a person or a role in a film.

Maguire's Venus trines Jupiter (which lies in Aries, indicating again that he is a generous, extravagant gift-giver), meaning that Maguire has luck with money, friends and lovers; he seems to attract all three like a magnet. This aspect works with his Sun-Pluto square to ensure his success and recognition, and his Saturn in Cancer indicates that he will continue determinedly on his chosen path despite any trouble or obstacles that may arise. Things are looking sunny in his chart -- he possesses an energetic, ambitious enthusiasm due to a Mars-Jupiter conjunction and is a real go-getter. However, with this aspect and others to his Mars and Jupiter, we begin to see hints of inner conflict for Maguire. The Mars-Jupiter conjunction may lead him to be impatient, belligerent and reckless; this aspect may also bring out the more negative, ruthless characteristics of his Sun-Pluto square. And his Mars and Jupiter both oppose Uranus, further heightening the possibility of a reckless, rebellious nature. But the Jupiter-Uranus opposition could also mean that Maguire is a radical reformer, not simply rebelling but actually looking for progressive change and reform. Whether the aspect takes that slant or just encourages a 'rebel without a cause' mindset is entirely up to Maguire.

Mars also squares Saturn in his chart, which may help temper all that recklessness; this aspect has an inhibitive influence that gives Maguire an aversion to danger and conflict. It also may indicate he has a deep, sad soul. But putting all these conflicting signals and urges together may just give us a picture of why he has such incredible range as an actor at such a young age: Maguire possesses depth of emotion and an intellect to match. As Peter Parker/Spider-Man, Maguire nails the dichotomy between the nerdy, sensitive, awkward Parker and the self-assured, in-command Spider-Man who lives on the edge -- perhaps because Maguire himself is a bit like these two characters wrapped into one!

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