Lewis Shari Vedic birth chart profile
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Virgo Lagna

Lewis Shari

Remembering (Aug 2, 1998)

January 17, 1933 · New York City, New York
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Moon Sign
Virgo
Sun Sign
Capricorn
Ascendant
Virgo
Nakshatra
Hasta
Birth Star
Other FamousExtraordinary TalentsVocational awardEmmyEntertainmentEntertain/MusicWritersSkills - Multi-faceted
Biography

Who is Lewis Shari?

American puppeteer, ventriloquist, author, magician and singer. A beloved TV personality, her shows started in 1951 and her big break came on an appearance on the "Arthur Godfrey Show" in 1952, followed by her network program airing 1957-1963 through NBC. When cartoons swept the networks, Lewis reshaped her career by appearing in Las Vegas as a performer until the tone of Vegas went strongly to rock and country acts. From there she moved on to TV celebrity game-shows for a stint, moving on to such versatile accomplishments as conducting a symphony orchestra and appearances on dramas and movies. She has written over two dozen childrens books, over 60 books total and has produced 17 home videos. The winner of over seven Emmys as Outstanding Performer in a Childrens Series by 1992, a Peabody Award, the John F. Kennedy Center Award for Excellence and Creativity, seven Parents Choice Awards and the Action for Childrens Television Award. Still working TV at the age of 64, with her beloved puppets Lamb Chop, Hush Puppy and Charlie Horse, Lewis has blessed many households with her extraordinary talent and generosity of spirit. A hard worker, she is tiny, all eyes, mouth, charm and spirit. The President of PBS, Ervin S. Duggan states, "she was a weaver of magic, bringing laughter, knowledge and joy to the hearts of children and adults alike." Her first marriage to Stan Lewis didnt last long and she married publisher Jeremy Tarcher in 1958; one daughter, Mallory, who resides in L.A. Lewis beat breast cancer in 1984, but was diagnosed with uterine cancer in June 1998. On 22 June 1998 she began her chemotherapy treatment program. She died of pneumonia while undergoing chemotherapy, on 2 August 1998 in Cedar-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA. Link to Wikipedia biography
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Public Profile: Shari Lewis (1933–1998)

Overview

Shari Lewis was an American ventriloquist and puppeteer widely known for bringing Lamb Chop to television and stage. Born in New York City in 1933, she built a pioneering career in children''s entertainment by creating engaging puppet characters and presenting them with warmth and humor that resonated with audiences of multiple generations.

Career Highlights

  • Created and performed Lamb Chop, a woolly puppet who became an iconic figure in American children''s television.
  • Played a leading role in bringing ventriloquism and puppetry to mainstream TV, influencing a generation of performers.
  • Starred in shows featuring puppetry and family-friendly humor, with Lamb Chop and companions becoming enduring staples of the genre.
  • Her work helped popularize puppet-based storytelling for young viewers and contributed to lasting public fascination with puppets on screen.

News & Public Reception

Since her passing in 1998, coverage of Shari Lewis has focused on historical retrospectives and obituaries that celebrate her impact on puppetry and children''s television. There are no active projects or ongoing news about her personally, but her legacy endures through archived performances and discussions of television history.

Social Media & Online Presence

There are no official social media accounts maintained by Shari Lewis. Any current profiles or pages found online are typically fan-made or tribute pages. For reliable biographical information, consult established reference sources and museum or archival materials.

Recent Projects

As a public figure who passed away in 1998, Shari Lewis has no contemporary personal projects. Her influence persists through classic performances, interviews preserved in archives, and ongoing discussions of puppetry within the history of television.

Additional Information

Lamb Chop remains a cultural touchstone in American puppetry, often cited in conversations about the evolution of children''s programming and the role of puppets in television. Shari Lewis''s contributions helped shape how puppetry could be integrated with storytelling, humor, and family-friendly content for generations of viewers.

Which Raj Yogas are in Lewis Shari's birth chart?

5 FOUND

Lewis Shari's chart shows 3 Raj Yogas and 2 challenging combinations, including Gaja Kesari Yoga, Varishtha Yoga, Vasumitra Yoga.

Planetary Combinations

Which dasha periods did Lewis Shari live through?

VIMSHOTTARI

Vimshottari dasha periods recorded for Lewis Shari, in order.

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Venus / Mars / Moon

What do Lewis Shari's numerology numbers say?

Lewis Shari's core numbers are Life Path 7, Destiny 3, Soul Urge 8, Personality 4, Kabbalah Number 6, Birth 8.

Life Path
7

Chaldean Life Path 7 is Ketu-like—analysis, mystery, and spiritual depth. It indicates learning through research, introspection, and inner truth.

Destiny
3

Chaldean Destiny 3 indicates creative expression and communication. It supports writing, speaking, marketing, media, and artistic visibility.

Soul Urge
8

Chaldean Soul 8 desires achievement and influence. It seeks measurable success, respect, and mastery over material outcomes.

Personality
4

Chaldean Personality 4 appears practical, reliable, and disciplined. Others often see consistency, structure, and hard work.

Kabbalah Number
6

Kabbalah Number 6 reflects an inner spiritual code of care and harmony. It supports service, relationships, responsibility, and ethical choices.

Birth
8

Discover Birth Number 8 in Vedic astrology: its traits, destiny, career tendencies, relationships, and Saturn's influence shaping wealth, power, and transformation.

Life Events & Planetary Transits

Key events mapped against the active Dasha and planetary transits at the time.

1952
Career
Gain social status 1952 (Big break came on the "Arthur Godfrey Show")
1958
Relationship
Marriage 1958 (First marriage, Stan Lewis)
1960
Career
Begin Major Project 1960 ("The Shari Lewis Show")
1992
Career
Published/ Exhibited/ Released 1992 ("Lamb Chops Play Along")
1998
Health
Medical diagnosis June 1998 (Uterine cancer)
1998
Health
Medical procedure 22 June 1998 (Began chemo for cancer)
1998
Death
Death by Disease 2 August 1998 in Los Angeles (Pneumonia during chemotherapy, age 65)
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