The horoscope of James Randi emphasises qualities of pragmatism, practicality and toughness. The fact that his Sun sign is Virgo gives a good head start in these qualities. In addition he has six astrological points in Earth signs, which strongly reinforces a hard edged attitude.

In reading his biography it is clear that James Randi is always up for a fight and, given the fire and conflict depicted in his horoscope, this is not surprisingly. One of the primary structures of his horoscope could easily be described as a hot zone of conflict, and it ties in his most renowned traits.

The toughness and resilience of earth energies combined with the heat and courage of fire energies suggest that James Randi will be one tough and ornery character. In fact he has a powerful conflict dynamic at the heart of his horoscope that defines them as being combat ready and unafraid to meet any challenge. It may also suggest a need for challenges and conflict.

His reputation as a skeptic is well-deserved astrologically as Saturn, the planet of skepticism, plays a significant role in his horoscope. Saturn, in fact, ties in very strongly with the fire and conflict elements of his horoscope.

Possibly the primary object of his horoscope is focused on what people believe. Much of the energy of his horoscope finds much public attention when he is debunking foolishness, fakery and delusional beliefs – as he sees them.

Not unsurprisingly perhaps his horoscope reveals considerable technical competence, which could be very useful for creating magical tricks as well as unpicking the technical components of other people’s tricks. In fact he has aptitudes that would qualify astrologically for working in the fields of; aeronautics, surgery and prosthetics, engineering and even astrology.