Birthday
Robert Downey Jr.
Robert Downey Jr. (born 4 April 1965 in Manhattan, New York, USA) is an American actor and producer. He is best known for his role as Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) film series. Downey began his career as a teenager in the 1980s and struggled with substance abuse and legal problems in the 1990s and early 2000s. After overcoming his problems, he made an impressive comeback and became one of Hollywood's best-known and most successful actors.
His breakthrough came in 1987 with the film "Less Than Zero". He received an Oscar nomination for his portrayal of Charlie Chaplin in "Chaplin" (1992). Since 2008 he has played the role of Tony Stark/Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, gaining worldwide fame. He has also appeared in successful films such as "Sherlock Holmes" (2009) and its sequel "Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows" (2011).
Downey is also a producer and founded the production company Team Downey with his wife Susan Downey. Together they have produced several successful projects, including the film "The Judge" (2014).
Other birthdays of well-known personalities
- Robert Downey Jr, * 4 April 1965 in New York City, actor, "Iron Man" & "Sherlock Holmes"
- Heath Ledger, * 4 April 1979 in Perth, † 22 January 2008, actor, "The Dark Knight"
- Maya Angelou, * 4 April 1928 in St. Louis, † 28 May 2014, writer & civil rights activist, "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings"
- Andrei Tarkovsky, * 4 April 1932 in Savrashye, † 29 December 1986, director, "Solaris" & "Stalker"
- David Blaine, * 4 April 1973 in Brooklyn, magician & illusionist, street magic & endurance stunts
- Clive Davis, * 4 April 1932 in Brooklyn, music producer, discoverer of Whitney Houston
- Anthony Perkins, * 4 April 1932 in New York City, † 12 September 1992, actor, "Psycho" - Norman Bates
- Muddy Waters, * 4 April 1913 in Issaquena County, † 30 April 1983, blues musician, "father of modern Chicago blues"
- Hugo Weaving, * 4 April 1960 in Ibadan, actor, "Matrix" & "The Lord of the Rings"
- Graham Norton, * 4 April 1963 in Clondalkin, TV presenter, "The Graham Norton Show"
Saint's day
Konrad ("bold counsellor)
Saint whose name day is celebrated on 4 April:
- Isidore of Seville (* c. 560 in Cartagena; † 4 April 636 in Seville) - He was a bishop, Doctor of the Church and encyclopaedic author. Isidore is the patron saint of computer users, programmers and the internet.
- Benedict the Moor (1526-1589) - Benedict, also known as Benedict the Black or Benedict the African, was an Italian Franciscan lay brother and saint. He is the patron saint of Palermo and known for his humility and devotion to God.
- William of Æbelholt († 4 April 1203) - William was a Danish Augustinian canon and later abbot of Æbelholt Monastery. He is known for his miracles and his healing powers.
Weather Proverb
Sow peas to Ambrosius, so they bear richly and give mush.
Quote of the day
Everyone tries in their own way to get ahead in the world. - Voltaire
Birthday: Aries
Chinese zodiac sign:
蛇 Earth Snake
12.808 days ago (35 years 24 days)
Daily aspects
During this transit, time should be taken out to visit any relatives, or friends, that are currently in hospital, old age homes, or institutions. You will feel very charitable, and should spend time volunteering at animal shelters, and giving your time at soup kitchens. You will feel very close to your female friends, and may even be attracted to them. It is a perfect time for creative expression. Spending time on the beach will bring a lot of joy and relaxation, especially meditating there at sunrise.
This transit increases your sense of responsibility and organizational talent. You will be able to pursue your goals with care and deliberation. It's a good time to get together with women in groups, and discuss important issues.
The square between Mercury and Saturn can make you greedy, suspicious, resentful, quarrelsome, and stubborn. Failures could occur. In the family circle, there can be disputes and separations. Inhibitions in the mental-spiritual area could occur. There may be a lot of delays at work. It's best to avoid those in charge at work, and just get the work done with a positive attitude.
This Square could easily make you excited, argumentative, and hasty. Disagreements with the opposite sex may occur. You could waste money, repress your emotions, and feel moody and passionate. If you are female and menstruating, there may be a lot of bleeding, and you may experience a lot of pain, and tender breasts.
Your emotional life is active during this time but could be one-sided. You experience the awakening of your feelings. You might feel the desire to experience adventures, extreme actions, traveling, and discovering new places. It is an excellent time for discarding items you no longer need or use at home. You may desire a beauty makeover!
The conjunction between Mercury and Venus inspires our sense of manners, social talent, and aesthetic will. We are cheerful, helpful, friendly, eloquent, and adaptable. Our imagination and inspiration appear more and more. It's a great time for dating, and speaking to potential dates online through dating apps.
This conjunction offers intense mental energy, an excellent ability to concentrate, a good memory, understanding of art, talent for languages, and a keen interest in literature. Traffic on the road, and travel in the sky, should go smoothly with this aspect.
This aspect gives you a lot of confidence and energy, which you will bring into the work place. It's especially good for you, if your work deals with the military, or working out and personal fitness. You will be able to find words quickly when expressing yourself, especially around men. Be careful around sharp objects, as you could hurt yourself without realizing it, and the blood may flow fast.
The extile between the Sun and Mars gives you the confidence to pursue business and romantic ventures with great gusto. It's a wonderful time to express yourself creatively and dramatically, so signing up to art and drama classes is a great idea! You will feel eager to get out the house to exercise, and if you have kids, you'll enjoy spending time with them drawing, painting and playing games! It's also a good time to try make a baby!
The extile between Venus and Mars makes you passionate, sensual, loving, and frank. Your love for art breaks through, as art inspires you. But money can run through your fingers like water.
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