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Compatibility
Aquarius Dragon and Capricorn Pig

The typically slow but steady progress of firstwest and secondwest towards inspiration and dedication may have a double benefit here, helping the respectful but reticent firsteast and secondeast energy develop closeness and dependability.

Western Zodiac sign, Aquarius
Western Zodiac sign, Capricorn

Western Zodiac

Aquarius and Capricorn

Compatibility overview

The minor Semi-Sextile aspect, where any two signs occur one after the other, is as curious as any in the Western zodiac. The analogy of “next-door neighbors” is particularly apt. Like neighbors who have chosen to live in almost identical surrounds, it is easy to assume these two must have plenty in common. Yet the reality is far more complicated.

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Being next to each other around the Western zodiac wheel, Aquarius and Capricorn share a Semi-Sextile connection. This is one of only two so-called minor influences (with the Quincunx), and from the beginning the subtlety of this energy brings a strange mixture of liberation and uncertainty.

The Aquarian element of Air is often seen as incompatible with the Earth of Capricorn. Where Capricorn prizes concrete accomplishment and material success, Aquarius is far more conceptual, more intellectually oriented. The result for many Aquarius / Capricorn matches is often, just like many real-life neighbors, an initial standoffishness. These two can be instinctively distant, respectful but wary. Ultimately, though, this hesitancy can result in a missed opportunity. The Cardinal modality of Capricorn is highly compatible with the Fixed modality of Aquarius. Also, in contrast to other minor aspects, such as the Quincunx, the sense of difference here can be most obvious early in a relationship.

Successful Aquarius / Capricorn pairings have discovered that, if they are able to progress beyond the initial boundaries between them, their union can prove more rewarding than they would ever have imagined.

Celebrity Aquarius/Capricorn Pairings*

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Edward Burns and Christy Turlington Burns
Edward Burns and Christy Turlington Burns (click for attribution/s)

Edward Burns (1/29/1968, Aquarius Sheep), Christy Turlington Burns (1/2/1969, Capricorn Monkey) : The actor/director and supermodel married in 2003, and have two children. Christy Turlington wrote in 2011, "From the moment I became pregnant, Eddie supported all of my maternal instincts in pursuing our birth options. He was as involved as I needed him to be and then when our children were infants, he took on as much of the burden as I was willing to relinquish. These were not always harmonious periods of time for us as a couple; let’s face it, as joyous as becoming a parent is, it is challenging for every one of us on some level. But we have come out as great friends and true partners and our kids will hopefully grow up remembering their parents as a team."

Nicolas Cage (1/7/1964, Capricorn Rabbit), Lisa Marie Presley (2/1/1968, Aquarius Monkey) : Academy award-winning actor Cage and singer/songwriter Presley, who were married from 2002 to 2004, were for a time one of the highest-profile celebrity couples in the world. Presley recounted later: "[I]t was one of those things where you're marrying hoping that you're going to either stabilize it or it's going to, you know, accentuate all that was going on prior to what was problematic. So it kind of did the latter, that's all."

David Bowie and Philip Glass
David Bowie and Philip Glass (click for attribution/s)

Philip Glass (1/31/1937, Aquarius Rat), David Bowie (1/8/1947, Capricorn Dog) : The celebrated contemporary classical composer Glass wrote two symphonies based on the Low (1977) and Heroes (1977) albums by his friend, the rock superstar Bowie. Glass described, "We lived close to each other in New York. There were periods when we saw each other a lot and other periods when we didn’t – I never knew exactly where he was or where he was going to be and sometimes we didn’t see each other for years, but we were always in touch and talked about how things were going . He was an extremely gifted and interesting person and musician. We had both a friendship and a working relationship."

Neil Diamond (1/24/1941, Aquarius Dragon), Elvis Presley (1/8/1935, Capricorn Dog) : Singer Neil Diamond's classic hit, "Sweet Caroline" (1969) became a mainstay of Presley's live performances during the 1970s. Recalling a time he declined an invitation to join the King on stage, Diamond explained: "You know I thought about it over the years, what would I do, what songs would we do, and it's not a good idea to come up and sing with another performer when it's their show and it's their band, I do know that. And I'm glad I didn't because I don't think it would have been a good idea to touch that, you know, the hem of the god. He was amazing. He was warm and very generous to me, and I think it's best left at that."

Carla Bruni and Nicolas Sarkozy
Carla Bruni and Nicolas Sarkozy (click for attribution/s)

Carla Bruni (12/23/1967, Capricorn Sheep), Nicolas Sarkozy (1/28/1955, Aquarius Sheep) : The former President of France (2007-2012) and former supermodel married during his presidency in 2008. They have one child. In 2020, Bruni attributed the success of the relationship to: "[Equality and balance from the beginning, and]...good timing. Twenty years ago, [Sarkozy] would have needed a woman who was more devoted to him. And I would never have taken a man who has such a strong, dominating temper. But we met when we were strong enough for each other."

Mary Steenburgen (2/8/1953, Aquarius Dragon), Ted Danson (12/29/1947, Capricorn Pig) : The two accomplished actors have been married since 1995. They had both been previously married and divorced when they co-starred in the film, Pontiac Moon (1994). Recounting a scene where they canoed together, Danson explained: "We paddled in sync...We went out as friends and by the time we came back, we were in love... Ironic how life works in those moments. Once you throw up your arms and surrender, a lot of times things come your way."

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Chinese Zodiac sign, the Dragon
Chinese Zodiac sign, the Pig

Chinese Zodiac

Dragon and Pig

Compatibility overview

In theory, there is not much obvious fortune—either good or bad—at play in the relationship between firsteast and secondeast. Yet there is potentially a diamond-in-the-rough quality to this combination. With the right compromises, these two together can make an impressive and fulfilling relationship.

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According to the Chinese zodiac, the pairing of Pig and Dragon exists outside the classical matches to pursue or avoid. These signs' respective Trine families—which for the Dragon includes the Monkey and Rat, and for the Pig, the Rabbit and Sheep—are not generally known for harmonious relations. Indeed, there are some troubling matches between them, such as the Pig and Monkey, or the Dragon and Rabbit.

Fortunately, however, the Dragon and Pig themselves avoid the most difficult aspects of the energy that surrounds them. In fact, the specific characteristics of these two signs can bring forth surprisingly strong synergies. The Pig's trustworthy nature is liable to be taken advantage of, so the power and confidence of the Dragon offers the Pig great reassurance. This in turn fills the Dragon with pride. The Dragon's awesome energy occasionally leaves them feeling isolated or unappreciated, and at such times the boundless generosity of the Pig can nourish and relax them. Often the sweetest moments for this pair have intimate overtones, as the Pig's sensual nature fulfils the Dragon's insatiable desire for attention.

On the other hand, matters of organization may provoke some challenging disagreements for this pair. The Pig is more likely to prefer to stay close to home, whereas the Dragon is instinctively a rolling stone, always on the lookout for the next adventure. Although these two together can be consummate entertainers, the Pig will rarely be able to match the Dragon's stamina in any department. Care will need to be taken to prevent the Pig feeling exhausted all the time.

All things considered, however, there are some truly lovely aspects to this match. If the two signs can accommodate their sometimes starkly different motives, there are considerable prospects for enrichment and success. Indeed, these are ultimately two of the luckiest signs in the Chinese zodiac—for them to share their luck together can be simply spectacular.

Celebrity Dragon/Pig Pairings*

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Annette O'Toole and Michael McKean
Annette O'Toole and Michael McKean (click for attribution/s)

Annette O'Toole (4/1/1952, Aries Dragon), Michael McKean (10/17/1947, Libra Pig) : The actor and actor/screenwriter/comedian/musician have been married since 1999. They each have two children from a previous marriage. Their co-written song, "A Kiss at the End of the Rainbow", was nominated for an Oscar In a recent joint interview, they spoke about their love of reading together, with O'Toole describing: "Michael has a very mellifluous voice. I get up really early in the morning, so, I’m really tired by the end of the night, and his voice completely puts me to sleep, not because I’m bored, but because it’s so soothing. When we’re trying to remember who read last and he says it’s in the middle of the chapter, that means I must have read last, meaning I fell asleep."

Aaron Lohr (4/7/1976, Aries Dragon), Idina Menzel (5/30/1971, Gemini Pig) : The actor/singer and actor collaborated together in 2005, in the movie version of the Broadway production, Rent (2005), and the off-Broadway musical, See What I Wanna See (2005). They later became romantic partners, buying a house together in 2015, and marrying in 2017. Menzel has described: "Family, to me, means being able to be yourself, sit back on the couch and relax, and watch a movie with the people that know you better than anyone else in the world."

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Bruce Lee
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Bruce Lee (click for attribution/s)

Bruce Lee (11/27/1940, Sagittarius Dragon), Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (4/16/1947, Aries Pig) : The basketball legend and martial artist/actor were friends and collaborators. They were to have appeared together in the film, Game of Death, which was incomplete at the time of Lee's death in 1973. Abdul-Jabbar wrote in 2022: "Bruce Lee was my friend and teacher...I first met Bruce when I was a student at UCLA looking to continue my martial arts studies...We quickly developed a friendship as well as a student-teacher relationship. He taught me the discipline and spirituality of martial arts, which was greatly responsible for me being able to play competitively in the NBA for 20 years with very few injuries."

Al Pacino (4/25/1940, Taurus Dragon), John Cazale (8/12/1935, Leo Pig) : The two actors shared a supportive friendship and were frequent collaborators, notably in The Godfather (1972), The Godfather Part II (1974), and Dog Day Afternoon (1975). Pacino said in 2022: "John Cazale, in general, was one of the great actors of our time — that time, any time. I learned so much from him. I had done a lot of theater and three films with him. He was inspiring, he just was. And he didn’t get credit for any of it. He was in five films, all Oscar-nominated films, and he was great in all of them. He was particularly great in Godfather II and I don’t think he got that kind of recognition."

Chris Hemsworth and Elsa Pataky
Chris Hemsworth and Elsa Pataky (click for attribution/s)

Elsa Pataky (7/18/1976, Cancer Dragon), Chris Hemsworth (8/11/1983, Leo Pig) : The model and actor have been married since 2010 and have three children together. Pataky was quoted as saying in 2020, "It's funny that people think of us as a perfect couple. No way. It's been ups and downs, and we still keep working at the relationship."


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Final Words

The minor semi-Sextile aspect often needs a head start to find its feet, so it may take a while for firstwest and secondwest to progress beyond initial nervousness to the impactful and nourishing bond they are capable of. The influence of the firsteast and secondeast on the Chinese zodiac side will likely both aid and hinder this process, contributing a blend of caring admiration with respectful distance. Given sensitivity and perseverance, however, on balance the synergies here could lead to a bond that grows ever closer over time, yielding impressive impacts and an enjoyable, reliable bond.

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