Celebrity Birth Chart

Keith Richards

♐︎Sagittarius ·

Date of Birth

December 18, 1943

Sun Sign

Sagittarius ♐︎

Element

Fire

Modality

Mutable

Ruling Planet

Jupiter

Keith Richards's Astrological Profile

Keith Richards is an English musician, songwriter, singer and record producer who is an original member, guitarist, secondary vocalist, and co-principal songwriter of the Rolling Stones. His songwriting partnership with the band's lead vocalist Sir Mick Jagger is one of the most successful in history. His career spans over six decades, and his guitar playing style has been a trademark of the Rolling Stones throughout the band's career. Richards gained press notoriety for his romantic involvements and illicit drug use, and he was often portrayed as a countercultural figure. First professionally known as Keith Richard, in 1978 he fully asserted his family name.

Sagittarius is ruled by Jupiter, the largest planet in our solar system and the astrological symbol of expansion, abundance, and wisdom. The Sagittarian personality reflects this planetary influence fully — there is an optimism here, a generosity of spirit, and an unquenchable hunger for experience, knowledge, and meaning. The world, for a Sagittarius, is never quite big enough.

The Fire element that runs through this chart contributes an energy that is instinctive, passionate, and forward-moving. Fire signs act before they overthink, lead before they follow, and inspire before they explain. This elemental quality gives the personality a warmth and dynamism that is immediately felt by those around them.

The Mutable modality adds flexibility and adaptability to this chart — a capacity to shift, evolve, and respond to changing circumstances without losing core identity. Mutable signs are the zodiac's great adapters, able to find their footing in almost any environment or situation.

In their chosen field, this astrological profile provides a distinctive set of strengths. The qualities suggested by the chart — the elemental energy, the modal approach to challenges, and the solar drive — combine to create a personality capable of sustained excellence and meaningful impact in whatever domain they choose to inhabit.

Romantic Compatibility

Highest cosmic match scores for Keith

♎︎98%

Peter Ackroyd

Libra

♎︎98%

Gerry Adams

Libra

♎︎98%

Lynn Ahrens

Libra

♎︎98%

Karen Akers

Libra

Friendship Compatibility

Fellow s ranked by cosmic connection

♎︎98%

Peter Ackroyd

Libra

♎︎98%

Gerry Adams

Libra

♎︎98%

Lynn Ahrens

Libra

♎︎98%

Karen Akers

Libra

Work & Collaboration

Fellow Fire signs — natural creative allies

♈︎93%

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

Aries

♈︎93%

John P Abizaid

Aries

♈︎93%

Samuel A Jr Alito

Aries

♈︎93%

Dorothy Allison

Aries

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Keith Richards's zodiac sign?

Keith Richards is a Sagittarius, born on December 18, 1943 in .

What element is Keith Richards's sign?

Sagittarius is a Fire sign, ruled by Jupiter. Fire signs are known for being adventurous, optimistic, philosophical.

Who is Keith Richards most compatible with?

As a Sagittarius, Keith Richards is most compatible with Air and Fire signs.

Other Famous Sagittariuss

Viswanathan AnandJudd ApatowDavid AuburnDonovan BaileyVin BakerKim Basinger
See all Sagittarius celebrities →

Sagittarius Compatibility

Sagittarius & AriesSagittarius & TaurusSagittarius & GeminiSagittarius & CancerSagittarius & LeoSagittarius & Virgo

Profile last updated May 2026

Go beyond sun sign compatibility

Download Cosmic Compatibility for richer relationship charts and more nuanced astrological insights.