Bill Watterson Vedic birth chart profile
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Bill Watterson

★ July 5, 1958 · Olympia, Washington, United States
Birth data: B — Biography
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Moon Sign
Aquarius
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Sun Sign
Gemini
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Ascendant
Cancer
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Nakshatra
Shatabhisha
Birth Star
Current Dasha · Ketu / Saturn / Jupiter · Apr 2026 – Jun 2026
IllustratorArtWritersLife Path 8Destiny Number 1Soul Number 5Personality Number 5Kabbalah Number 8

Bill Watterson's Vedic Astrology at a Glance

Bill Watterson has an Aquarius Moon sign, Shatabhisha Nakshatra and a Cancer Ascendant in the Vedic (sidereal) birth chart. The sidereal Sun sign is Gemini.

Bill Watterson Birth Details

Date of birthJuly 5, 1958
Birth time8:26 AM
Birth placeOlympia, Washington, United States
Birth data rating
B — Biography

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What is Bill Watterson's Moon sign?

Bill Watterson's Moon sign is Aquarius in the Vedic (sidereal) zodiac.

What is Bill Watterson's Nakshatra?

Bill Watterson's Moon Nakshatra is Shatabhisha, with the Moon in Aquarius.

What is Bill Watterson's Ascendant?

Bill Watterson's Ascendant (Lagna) is Cancer in the Vedic (sidereal) birth chart.

What is Bill Watterson's zodiac sign?

In Vedic (sidereal) astrology, Bill Watterson's Sun sign is Gemini. Western (tropical) astrology uses a different zodiac, so a Western horoscope may show a different sign.

What is Bill Watterson's birth date and birth time?

Bill Watterson was born on July 5, 1958 at 8:26 AM in Olympia, Washington, United States. The birth data is rated B (Biography).

Biography

Who is Bill Watterson?

American artist. He is the author and illustrator of the comic strip Calvin and Hobbes, which was syndicated internationally from 1985 to 1995. Watterson stopped drawing Calvin and Hobbes at the end of 1995 with a short statement to newspaper editors and his readers that he felt he had achieved all he could in the medium. Watterson is known for his views on licensing and comic syndication and his move back into private life after drawing Calvin and Hobbes came to a close. Watterson was awarded the National Cartoonists Societys Humor Comic Strip Award in 1988 and the societys Reuben Award in 1986; he was the youngest person ever to receive the latter award. In 1988, Watterson received the Reuben Award a second time. He was nominated a third time in 1992. Link to Wikipedia biography
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Update at: May 10, 2026

Public Profile: Bill Watterson

Birth date: July 5, 1958

Birth place: Washington, D.C., United States (note: credible biographies list Washington, D.C. as birthplace; Olympia, Washington is not supported by standard biographical sources).

Overview

Bill Watterson is the American cartoonist best known for creating Calvin and Hobbes, a widely acclaimed comic strip that ran in newspapers from 1985 to 1995. The work is celebrated for its imaginative storytelling, subtle philosophical humor, and minimalist art style. Watterson is renowned for his intense artistic integrity and for famously declining licensing deals, merchandise, and film adaptations to preserve creative control over his work.

News & Media

In recent years there has been little in the way of new public work from Watterson. Public coverage typically focuses on retrospectives, reprint editions, and archival interviews rather than new comic strips or original projects. The most prominent post-strip publication is The Complete Calvin and Hobbes, a four-volume collection released in the mid-2000s that gathers every strip with additional commentary and context.

Social Media

There are no official public social media accounts associated with Bill Watterson. He has maintained a private public profile and has not engaged in sustained official online outreach. Online discussions and fan pages exist, but they are not controlled or verified by him or his representatives.

Works & Projects

  • Calvin and Hobbes (1985–1995) — Original newspaper comic strip for worldwide audiences, noted for its blend of childlike wonder and mature humor.
  • The Complete Calvin and Hobbes (2004–2005) — Four-volume boxed edition compiling every strip with new introductions and annotations.
  • Post-strip public activity — rare interviews or appearances; no widely announced new artistic projects as of the latest public records.

Additional context

Watterson’s work continues to influence generations of cartoonists and remains a touchstone in discussions of comics as a literary medium. His decision to step back from public licensing and media deals is frequently cited in conversations about artistic independence. If you are seeking the most current, verifiable information, consulting reputable biographical sources and publisher notes on The Complete Calvin and Hobbes is recommended.

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Which planetary combinations are in Bill Watterson's birth chart?

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Bill Watterson's chart shows 1 challenging combination.

Planetary Combinations
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Which dasha is Bill Watterson running now?

VIMSHOTTARI

Bill Watterson is currently in the Ketu mahadasha, running from Apr 22, 2026 to Jun 16, 2026.

PREVIOUSFeb 23, 2026 - Apr 22, 2026
Ketu / Saturn / Rahu
NOWApr 22, 2026 - Jun 16, 2026
Ketu / Saturn / Jupiter
NEXTJun 16, 2026 - Aug 6, 2026
Ketu / Mercury / Mercury
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What do Bill Watterson's numerology numbers say?

Bill Watterson's core numbers are Life Path 8, Destiny 1, Soul Urge 5, Personality 5, Kabbalah Number 8, Birth 5.

∞Life Path
8

Chaldean Life Path 8 is Saturnian—authority, ambition, and material mastery. It indicates leadership with discipline, ethics, and long-term planning.

◎Destiny
1

Chaldean Destiny 1 indicates a leadership life-expression—initiative, courage, and independence. It supports roles where you create direction and command outcomes.

❖Soul Urge
5

Chaldean Soul 5 desires freedom and variety. It seeks change, movement, experiences, and space to explore life.

◇Personality
5

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

∞Kabbalah Number
8

Kabbalah Number 8 reflects an inner spiritual code of power and mastery. It supports leadership, manifestation, and disciplined ambition.

✦Birth
5

Explore Birth Number 5 in Vedic astrology: personality traits, career paths, and lucky indicators for adaptable, freedom-loving individuals seeking destiny clues.

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Life Events & Planetary Transits

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

1986
Career
Prize 1986 (Reuben Award)
1988
Career
Prize 1988 (Reuben Award)
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