Lagna / Ascendant
Scorpio
The Lagna frames the chart's outward approach and house structure. Scorpio is traditionally described as intense, private and transformation-oriented.
Date of birth12 August 1926
Time of birth13:19:59
Place of birth118 W 18, 34 N 6
Birth timezoneUTC-08:00
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Jump to the biography, calculated chart insights, divisional charts, planetary positions and dasha timeline.
Birth data calculation note
The charts below use the stored local time, normalized coordinates, historical timezone and Lahiri sidereal calculations.
About John Derek
A brief profile accompanying the recorded birth details.
John Derek was an American actor, director, and photographer born on December 8, 1926, at 118 W 18, 34 N 6. He starred in films including Knock on Any Door, All the King's Men, and Rogues of Sherwood Forest. Derek was also recognized for his marriage. His career spanned acting, directing, and photography, contributing to American cinema and arts.
John Derek Kundli Overview
A concise reading of the calculated Lagna, Moon, Sun and birth nakshatra.
Moon Sign
Virgo
The Moon describes emotional habits, instinctive responses and the style of the mind. Virgo emphasizes qualities that are analytical, precise and service-oriented.
Vedic Sun Sign
Cancer
The sidereal Sun is associated with purpose, vitality and authority. In Cancer, its expression is commonly read as protective, intuitive and emotionally responsive.
Birth Nakshatra
Hasta, Pada 2
Hasta is associated with skill, organization and practical accomplishment. Nakshatra interpretation is derived from the calculated natal Moon.
These are traditional Vedic interpretation themes, not claims about verified personality or future events.
John Derek Kundli Charts
Lagna, Navamsa and Dashamsa charts calculated by AstroKaya from the normalized birth details.
Lagna Chart (D1)Birth chart and life foundations
Navamsa Chart (D9)Dharma, marriage and planetary strength
Dashamsa Chart (D10)Career, profession and public work
Lagna ascendantScorpio
Navamsa ascendantVirgo
D10 ascendantVirgo
Moon sign / NakshatraVirgo / Hasta, Pada 2
Coordinates used: 34.100000, -118.300000.
The historical offset stored for this birth is UTC-08:00.
How to Read These Charts
Each divisional chart answers a different astrological question.
The foundational natal chart. It organizes planets into houses and is used for broad life themes, temperament and visible circumstances.
A major strength and dharma chart traditionally studied for maturity, relationships and how planetary potential develops over time.
A career-focused divisional chart used to examine professional expression, responsibility, recognition and contribution through work.
Current Vimshottari Dasha
Current Maha, Antar and Pratyantar periods calculated from the natal Moon.
maha
Venus
10-12-2017 to 10-12-2037
antar
Rahu
09-02-2025 to 09-02-2028
pratyantar
Mercury
07-06-2026 to 10-11-2026
The major period is ruled by Venus (10-12-2017 to 10-12-2037). Within it, the Rahu sub-period adds a more immediate emphasis. The current finer period is governed by Mercury. Dasha results are interpreted together with natal house ownership, placement and strength; the period name alone is not a prediction.
Basic Planetary Positions
Sidereal signs, house placement and nakshatra calculated by AstroKaya.
| Planet | Sign | Degree | House | Nakshatra | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascendant | Scorpio | 7.01° | 1 | — | Birth ascendant |
| Jupiter | Capricorn | 29.77° | 3 | Dhanishta (2) | Retrograde, Debilitated |
| Ketu | Sagittarius | 21.62° | 2 | Purva Ashadha (3) | Retrograde |
| Mars | Aries | 13.22° | 6 | Ashwini (4) | Direct |
| Mercury | Cancer | 17.86° | 9 | Ashlesha (1) | Retrograde, Combust |
| Moon | Virgo | 13.56° | 11 | Hasta (2) | Direct |
| Rahu | Gemini | 21.62° | 8 | Punarvasu (1) | Retrograde |
| Saturn | Libra | 26.89° | 12 | Vishakha (3) | Exalted |
| Sun | Cancer | 26.55° | 9 | Ashlesha (3) | Direct |
| Venus | Cancer | 0.74° | 9 | Punarvasu (4) | Direct |
Maha Dasha Timeline
The major planetary periods across the Vimshottari cycle.
Moon
12-08-1926
to
10-12-1933
Mars
10-12-1933
to
10-12-1940
Rahu
10-12-1940
to
10-12-1958
Jupiter
10-12-1958
to
10-12-1974
Saturn
10-12-1974
to
10-12-1993
Mercury
10-12-1993
to
10-12-2010
Ketu
10-12-2010
to
10-12-2017
Venus
10-12-2017
to
10-12-2037
Current
Sun
10-12-2037
to
10-12-2043
Moon
10-12-2043
to
10-12-2053
Mars
10-12-2053
to
10-12-2060
Rahu
10-12-2060
to
10-12-2078
Jupiter
10-12-2078
to
10-12-2094
Saturn
10-12-2094
to
11-12-2113
Mercury
11-12-2113
to
11-12-2130
Ketu
11-12-2130
to
11-12-2137
Venus
11-12-2137
to
11-12-2157
Sun
11-12-2157
to
11-12-2163
Moon
11-12-2163
to
11-12-2173
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is John Derek?
John Derek was an American actor, director, and photographer born on December 8, 1926, at 118 W 18, 34 N 6.
What year was John Derek born?
John Derek was born in 1926.
What is John Derek's birth date?
John Derek's recorded date of birth is 12 August 1926.
Where was John Derek born?
John Derek was born in 118 W 18, 34 N 6.
How old is John Derek?
John Derek is 99 years old as of today.
When was John Derek born?
John Derek was born on 12 August 1926.
What is John Derek's nationality?
John Derek's nationality is not publicly recorded in this profile.
What are John Derek's Moon sign and nakshatra?
The calculated Moon sign is Virgo, and the birth nakshatra is Hasta, Pada 2.
Are these chart and dasha positions imported?
No. AstroKaya calculates the chart and Vimshottari dasha from the stored birth date, local time, normalized coordinates and historical timezone.
How reliable is John Derek's birth time?
The stored rating is "Reference (R)". Even well-rated public birth data can contain errors, so the chart should be read with appropriate caution.
What do D1, D9 and D10 mean?
D1 is the main natal chart, D9 is the Navamsa chart used for planetary strength and dharma, and D10 is the Dashamsa chart used for professional themes.