Dina Merrill Vedic birth chart profile
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Dina Merrill

★ December 29, 1923 · Manhattan, New York, United States
Birth data: C — Caution
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Moon Sign
Leo
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Sun Sign
Sagittarius
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Ascendant
Sagittarius
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Nakshatra
Uttara Phalguni
Birth Star
Current Dasha · Venus / Venus / Mercury · Aug 2026 – Feb 2027
EntertainmentActorModelEntertain/BusinessProducerExtemely RichPhilanthropistMultiple Marriages

Dina Merrill's Vedic Astrology at a Glance

Dina Merrill has a Leo Moon sign, Uttara Phalguni Nakshatra and a Sagittarius Ascendant in the Vedic (sidereal) birth chart. The sidereal Sun sign is Sagittarius.

Dina Merrill Birth Details

Date of birthDecember 29, 1923
Birth time7:18 AM
Birth placeManhattan, New York, United States
Birth data rating
C — Caution

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What is Dina Merrill's Moon sign?

Dina Merrill's Moon sign is Leo in the Vedic (sidereal) zodiac.

What is Dina Merrill's Nakshatra?

Dina Merrill's Moon Nakshatra is Uttara Phalguni, with the Moon in Leo.

What is Dina Merrill's Ascendant?

Dina Merrill's Ascendant (Lagna) is Sagittarius in the Vedic (sidereal) birth chart.

What is Dina Merrill's zodiac sign?

In Vedic (sidereal) astrology, Dina Merrill's Sun sign is Sagittarius. Western (tropical) astrology uses a different zodiac, so a Western horoscope may show a different sign.

What is Dina Merrill's birth date and birth time?

Dina Merrill was born on December 29, 1923 at 7:18 AM in Manhattan, New York, United States. The birth data is rated C (Caution).

Biography

Who is Dina Merrill?

American actress, model, heiress, socialite, businesswoman, and philanthropist, the daughter of millionaire Edward F. Hutton and socialite Marjorie Merriweather Post. Her films included The Sundowners (1959), The Courtship of Eddies Father (1963) and The Pleasure Seekers (1964). Merrill married for the third time in November 1989. Her first husband was a Marine, Stanley Rumbough, then actor Cliff Robertson, and she had a total of four kids. She first met actor Ted Hartley more than 30 years before they began to date in 1986 and fell in love. Together with a group of investors, Merrill and Hartley bought the struggling RKO Pictures the year of their marriage. They reaped more than $50 million with their production, Mighty Joe Young, released in December 1998. Merrill died on 22 May 2017 at her home in East Hampton, New York at age 93. She had been suffering from dementia with Lewy bodies. Link to Wikipedia biography
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Which Raj Yogas are in Dina Merrill's birth chart?

3 FOUND

Dina Merrill's chart shows 1 Raj Yoga and 2 challenging combinations, including Gaja Kesari Yoga.

Planetary Combinations
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Which dasha is Dina Merrill running now?

VIMSHOTTARI

Dina Merrill is currently in the Venus mahadasha, running from Aug 16, 2026 to Feb 6, 2027.

PREVIOUSFeb 6, 2026 - Aug 16, 2026
Venus / Venus / Saturn
NOWAug 16, 2026 - Feb 6, 2027
Venus / Venus / Mercury
NEXTFeb 6, 2027 - Apr 16, 2027
Venus / Venus / Ketu
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What do Dina Merrill's numerology numbers say?

Dina Merrill's core numbers are Life Path 11, Destiny 4, Soul Urge 8, Personality 5, Kabbalah Number 7, Birth 11.

∞Life Path
11

Chaldean Life Path 11 is a master vibration of heightened intuition and spiritual sensitivity. It indicates inspired leadership when grounded and practical.

◎Destiny
4

Chaldean Destiny 4 indicates practical building through discipline and systems. It supports operations, engineering, execution, and stable long-term progress.

❖Soul Urge
8

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

◇Personality
5

Chaldean Personality 5 appears energetic, adaptable, and adventurous. Others often see curiosity, movement, and flexibility.

∞Kabbalah Number
7

Kabbalah Number 7 reflects an inner spiritual code of wisdom and truth-seeking. It supports research, contemplation, and spiritual refinement.

✦Birth
11

Discover Birth Number 11 in Vedic astrology: traits, gifts, challenges, and karmic insights shaping your destiny and life path; explore career, relationships, and growth.

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Life Events & Planetary Transits

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

1956
Relationship
Meet a significant person 1956 (Future husband, Ted Hartley)
1959
Career
Published/ Exhibited/ Released 1959 (Film, "The Sundowners")
1963
Career
Published/ Exhibited/ Released 1963 (Film, "The Courtship of Eddies Father")
1964
Career
Published/ Exhibited/ Released 1964 (Film, "The Pleasure Seekers")
1986
Relationship
Begin significant relationship 1986 (Began dating future husband, Ted Hartley)
1989
Financial
Buy/Sell Property 1989 (Bought RKO Pictures)
1989
Relationship
Marriage November 1989 (Third marriage, Ted Hartley)
1998
Financial
Gain significant money December 1998 (Made $50 million off of movie)
2017
Death
Death by Disease 22 May 2017 (Age 93)
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this profile's Vedic astrology, birth chart, and numerology — answered by our astrologers.

How did Dina Merrill's planetary positions shape her entertainment career?

Dina Merrill's chart reveals strong creative and performance potential through her Sagittarius Ascendant and Leo Moon, both fire signs associated with charisma and self-expression. Her Sagittarius rising gave her natural magnetism and expansive energy ideal for acting and producing, while her Leo Moon amplified her dramatic presence. These placements, combined with her life path number 11—associated with inspiration and public recognition—positioned her for success in film and entertainment throughout her career.

What does Dina Merrill's birth chart say about her deeper life purpose?

Dina Merrill carried a life path number 11, a master number linked to spiritual insight, intuition, and elevating others through her work. Her Sagittarius Sun and Ascendant reinforced a purpose centered on exploration, truth-seeking, and sharing her gifts with the world. Her philanthropic endeavors and business ventures reflected this higher calling to create impact beyond entertainment alone, suggesting her soul's journey involved both artistic expression and meaningful contribution to society.

Which astrological traits best describe Dina Merrill's core nature and strengths?

Dina Merrill embodied the bold, optimistic fire energy of Sagittarius through both her Sun and Ascendant signs, making her naturally adventurous, confident, and visionary. Her Leo Moon added warmth, generosity, and a commanding presence. These combined placements created a woman of strong will, creative brilliance, and magnetic charm. Her Gaja Kesari Yoga—formed by Jupiter and Moon in favorable relationship—further enhanced her wisdom, prosperity, and ability to command respect and influence in her personal and professional spheres.

How does astrology interpret Dina Merrill's romantic partnerships and marriage journey?

Dina Merrill's chart shows complexity in relationships, reflected in her three marriages. Her Leo Moon craves deep emotional connection and loyalty, yet her Sagittarius placements value freedom and independence, sometimes creating tension. Her significant Grahan Dosha—a lunar eclipse influence—and Shankachuda Kal Sarpa Yoga suggest karmic relationship patterns and life lessons through partnership. Her eventual long-term marriage to Ted Hartley demonstrated her ability to find lasting commitment later in life, aligning with her chart's maturation toward stability.

Is Dina Merrill a Capricorn, and what does her Western zodiac sign reveal?

Dina Merrill was born December 29, making her a Capricorn in Western tropical astrology. However, her Vedic chart places her Sun in Sagittarius, highlighting the difference between the two systems. Her Capricorn Western Sun suggests practical business acumen and disciplined ambition, qualities evident in her shrewd financial decisions, including her purchase of RKO Pictures and substantial wealth accumulation—complementing her Sagittarius Vedic Sun's visionary entrepreneurial drive.

What astrological yogas and placements explain Dina Merrill's remarkable fame and financial success?

Dina Merrill's prominence stemmed from her Gaja Kesari Yoga, a powerful combination that grants Jupiter-Moon harmony, bringing prosperity, wisdom, and public acclaim. Her Sagittarius Ascendant expanded her visibility and opportunities in entertainment. Her life path 11 master number aligned her with recognition and influence. The combination of these yogas with her fire sign dominance created magnetic appeal and the ability to attract wealth and opportunity, enabling her to become an extremely successful actress, producer, and businesswoman.

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