horizon astrology banner image with composite nebula formations

Compatibility
Sagittarius Ox and Taurus Sheep

The strange magic of the firstwest secondwest connection may soothe the spectacular yet combative combination of firsteast and secondeast.

Western Zodiac sign, Sagittarius
Western Zodiac sign, Taurus

Western Zodiac

Sagittarius and Taurus

Compatibility overview

There is a strange, often wonderful mystery about the connection between firstwest and secondwest. In many respects, these two signs could hardly be more different, which explains why astrologers have traditionally been skeptical about their prospects. Yet there can be a magical quality to the energy here, which is ultimately capable of yielding a close and inspiring bond.

Sagittarius and Taurus - Relationship Horoscope

Read more about the SAGITTARIUS and TAURUS zodiac signs...

Read more about the SAGITTARIUS OX and TAURUS SHEEP combined zodiac signs...

Five steps apart around the Western zodiac wheel, Sagittarius and Taurus share a Quincunx (or inconjunct) aspect. This is said to be a minor influence, one of only two (with the Semi-Sextile), which means the surrounding atmosphere offers both an exciting freedom from constraints, and a sometimes disconcerting lack of direction.

The more confusing side of this combination is amplified by the respective elements. Sagittarius is a Fire sign, typically dynamic, idealistic, and impactful, whereas Earth sign Taurus tends to be far steadier and more consistent in outlook. Sagittarius will often feel as if they need to light a bomb under Taurus before Taurus can be coerced into action. Taurus, meanwhile, may experience a kind of vertigo at the intensity and suddenness of Sagittarius' demands. Sagittarius' natural inclination towards the philosophical usually leads them to prioritize beyond-human concerns and the "big picture", rather than individual feelings and sensitivities. Taurus may be one of the most stubborn of all the signs, but they are deeply caring and invest heavily in the security of their loved ones. Hence Sagittarius may feel as if Taurus is weighed down by emotional responsibility, while Taurus can find Sagittarius lofty, unrealistic, or uncaring.

The beauty of these signs' shared Quincunx energy, however, is that their stark differences frequently do not appear too serious. In fact, the attraction between these opposites can be especially flirtatious, intriguing, and exciting. The practical and productive Fixed energy of Taurus knits beautifully with the more reflective Mutable energy of Sagittarius. Physical attraction may be powerfully strong, but creative and intellectual stimulation is equally likely. Grounded by Taurus' sensibleness and physicality, Sagittarius may find themselves more confident, accessible, and better at taking care of themselves. Sagittarius, meanwhile, can inspire Taurus to get out of a rut, and can tap into Taurus' often-overlooked aesthetic side, provoking Taurus into fulfilling abstract reflection and expression.

Given the differences here, substantial independence, at least from time to time, is more or less essential. Problems must be addressed head-on, too, as Quincunx energy tends to atrophy if tensions are not worked through. Overall, though, with sufficient tenderness and understanding, there are some truly magical prospects here, capable of producing lifelong rewards.

Celebrity Sagittarius/Taurus Pairings*

*Click on the names to see both Western and Chinese zodiac matches for that pairing.

Dany Garcia and Dwayne Johnson
Dany Garcia and Dwayne Johnson (click for attribution/s)

Dwayne Johnson (5/2/1972, Taurus Rat), Dany Garcia (11/29/1968, Sagittarius Monkey) : The actor/wrestler/businessman Johnson and businesswoman/bodybuilder Garcia were married from 1997 to 2008. They continue to have a high-profile business relationship, including buying The XFL together in 2020. Garcia said in 2008, "Some people go through separation and there's no conversation, and it's a dark time, and one person goes off, but that was never us. We went on this journey together. We were going to change the manner of the relationship together. We spoke every day, and multiple times a day—not only on business, but on what was happening personally."

Kelly Clarkson (4/24/1982, Taurus Dog), Brandon Blackstock (12/16/1976, Sagittarius Dragon) : The singer-songwriter Clarkson and talent manager Blackstock were married from 2013 to 2021, during which time Blackstock was also Clarkson's manager. They had two children together. In 2019, Clarkson said, "We both love getting out in nature, we love the country and we are not really city people. It is nice to go out and have your kids do stuff outside and in nature. So that is what we will be doing the whole time. You won’t find me. I will be lost in a ranch!"

Ellen Burstyn and Al Pacino
Ellen Burstyn and Al Pacino (click for attribution/s)

Al Pacino (4/25/1940, Taurus Dragon), Ellen Burstyn (12/7/1932, Sagittarius Monkey) : The two actors are longtime friends, who since 2000 have been co-presidents of the Actors Studio, a prestigious drama school in New York City. In a 2019 interview, Burstyn described: "Isn’t [Pacino] something? I’ve known him so many years. He’s just such an original being. [When Burstyn interviewed Pacino for the talk show, Inside the Actors Studio (1994-present),] I would ask a question and Al would go off, and the story would go all the way around and around and I’d think, God, where is he going with this? But he always comes back."

Pierce Brosnan (5/16/1953, Taurus Snake), Cassandra Harris (12/15/1948, Sagittarius Rat) : The two actors were married from 1980 until Harris' death in 1991 from cancer. They had three children (two adopted by Brosnan from Harris' previous marriage). Months after Harris died—referencing his performance in the successful film, The Lawnmower Man (1992)—Brosnan described: "I told [Harris], ‘Well, darling, I know you’re up there moving the pieces around.’ I did [the film] because Cassie said it would be good to do. She has made me the man I am, the actor I am, the father I am. She’s forever embedded in every fiber of my being. She’s there with me every day. I was so blessed to have met someone like that...There is an incredible cruelty in it all, losing a person you shared everything with. This is the first time in my life I’ve ever experienced bereavement, and it’s overwhelming."

Brad Pitt and George Clooney
Brad Pitt and George Clooney (click for attribution/s)

George Clooney (5/6/1961, Taurus Ox), Brad Pitt (12/18/1963, Sagittarius Rabbit) : The two actors have shared a high-profile "bromance" for decades. They have starred together in films including, Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (2002), Burn After Reading (2008), and the Ocean's Eleven film series (2001, 2004, and 2007)—a new collaboration, Wolfs, is in production. They are known for their playful pranks—in 2016, Clooney described: "I got a bumper sticker in the shape of a pot plant, that said, ‘F— cops,’ and I put that on the back of [Pitt's] car. Because there’s no way you’re not getting arrested with that. But I am working on a prank that will end his career. If you take the time, if you’re willing to sit on one for a couple of years, and just plant the seed ...there’s no rush." In 2022, asked to name handsome movie stars, Pitt said, "If I was gonna name someone present, well I gotta name that George Clooney f— because why not? Because usually, I'm always taking him out, and he's always taking me out. And this time, I'm gonna go the other way, just this once."

Meek Mill (5/6/1987, Taurus Rabbit), Jay-Z (12/4/1969, Sagittarius Rooster) : The two hip-hop artists share a supportive and collaborative relationship. They are co-founders of REFORM Alliance, an organization devoted to probation, parole, and sentencing reform in the US. In 2017, Jay-Z wrote an opinion for The New York Times, entitled, "The Criminal Justice System Stalks Black People Like Meek Mill". After Meek Mill left Jay-Z's entertainment company, Roc Nation, in 2022, Jay-Z rapped, "Me and Meek could never beef, I freed that n— from a whole bid." Meek Mill published a statement saying, "roc nation is my family...[Jay-Z's nickname] Hov saved my life b4...I’m not behind on my favors in life wit my people I’m good."

Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan
Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan (click for attribution/s)

Channing Tatum (4/26/1980, Taurus Monkey), Jenna Dewan (12/3/1980, Sagittarius Monkey) : The two actors were married from 2009 to 2019 and had one child together. The statement announcing their break-up included: "We fell deeply in love so many years ago and have had a magical journey together. Absolutely nothing has changed about how much we love one another, but love is a beautiful adventure that is taking us on different paths for now."

Pharrell Williams with a decorative starry background

Explore sign profiles for combined Western and Chinese zodiac signs.

LGBTQ+ couple holding hands with decorative starry background

Explore the Golden Nine most compatible matches by combined sign, or the challenging energy of the Four Challenges.

Leonardo DiCaprio with decorative starry background

Match a celebrity with any combined sign or birthdate.


Chinese Zodiac sign, the Ox
Chinese Zodiac sign, the Sheep

Chinese Zodiac

Ox and Sheep

Compatibility overview

Forewarned is forearmed—there is no sugar-coating in Chinese astrology when it comes to reputedly difficult matches. The combination of firsteast and secondeast is notorious for personality clashes or intense rivalries, because the instincts and personalities of these signs tend to be diametrically opposed. That said, the prospects here are by no means all negative, and there can be significant, even extraordinary, upsides to this relationship.

Ox and Sheep - Relationship Horoscope

Read more about the OX and SHEEP zodiac signs...

Read more about the SAGITTARIUS OX and TAURUS SHEEP combined zodiac signs...

Around the Chinese zodiac wheel are six infamously Opposite matches, including that between the Ox and Sheep. The characters of these two signs could hardly be more different. Where the Ox's natural disposition is resolute, determined, and opinionated, the peaceful Sheep inclines towards fluidity and abstraction. Hence interactions between these two often amplify a sense of polarization and tension.

The Ox, who prizes solidity in their professional and private lives, may find that the changeability of the Sheep makes them feel as if they are always in the midst of shifting sands. The Sheep, on the other hand, can be profoundly destabilized by the Ox's unwavering world-view, which for the Sheep stymies the aesthetic ideals of freedom and beauty that give their life meaning. The result can be a vicious circle, where both signs become ever more uncomfortable and entrenched in their positions. The wilful Ox, trying to force stability onto the relationship, may seem increasingly rigid and domineering. The Sheep, desperate to avoid criticism and feeling closed in, could find themselves running around in frantic circles, constantly changing their mind.

Like all Opposite relationships, however, the discord between these two can, in fact, yield truly astounding results. Like the symbols of Yin and Yang, each of these opposite signs supplies bountiful energy in an area where the other is most deficient. If their respective forces can be joined into a common cause, these two can therefore wield an extraordinary collective force. Collaborations or competitions—even conflicts—between these two have the potential to be amazingly successful, captivating the attention of audiences with what is in effect a full spectrum of energy.

It may still be a challenge for the Sheep and Ox to share in each other's successes, such is the incompatibility between them. However, counterbalancing Western energy, or a combination of self-acceptance and generosity, may enable them to reap together an embarrassment of riches.

Celebrity Ox/Sheep Pairings*

*Click on the names to see both Western and Chinese zodiac matches for that pairing.

Jane Fonda and Katharine Hepburn
Jane Fonda and Katharine Hepburn (click for attribution/s)

Jane Fonda (12/21/1937, Sagittarius Ox), Katharine Hepburn (5/12/1907, Taurus Sheep) : The two actors co-starred memorably in the film, On Golden Pond (1981), for which Hepburn won an Oscar for Best Actress. Fonda described in 2021: "What an interesting woman. I mean, we were not friends. [Hepburn] was really competitive. She really thought that I was out to win more Academy Awards than she was, and when she won for On Golden Pond I called to congratulate her, and she said, 'You'll never catch me now.'...She did not like me. She once [said] that I didn't have a soul...She took that very seriously about teaching to younger people. She took me—I can't say under her wing, she didn't like me very much...What I loved about her was that she took the job of being an elder very seriously. She was intentional about teaching me and talking to me, including giving me line readings, and I found that just wonderful."

Keira Knightley (3/26/1985, Aries Ox), David Cronenberg (3/15/1943, Pisces Sheep) : The actor and director worked together on the biopic, A Dangerous Method. Talking about the sadomasochistic scenes in the film, Cronenberg has said, "I had a lot of fun. I’m not so sure about Keira...We had a very frank discussion about what would disturb her, what she was comfortable with, and so on. She was never comfortable with it, but comfort was not my main thing."

Frank Vincent and Joe Pesci
Frank Vincent and Joe Pesci (click for attribution/s)

Frank Vincent (4/15/1937, Aries Ox), Joe Pesci (2/9/1943, Aquarius Sheep) : The two actors were longtime friends and collaborators as bandmates and a comedy duo before becoming famous for their roles as gangsters in Scorcese blockbusters including Goodfellas. Speaking of his highly combustible, love-hate relationship with Pesci, Vincent commented, "We were like a husband and wife and broke up many times...Every night we'd argue over every word...We would never say who's the boss but we were two very creative people."

Rian Johnson (12/17/1973, Sagittarius Ox), Natasha Lyonne (4/4/1979, Aries Sheep) : The actor and filmmaker collaborated on the TV show Poker Face, an innovative throwback to serialized shows from the 1970s. Johnson described: "The whole thing is a bespoke suit, cut entirely to [Lyonne]...[W]hen I first came to her, all I came to her with was the notion of a procedural show, case-of-the-week thing, you at the center of it. That’s all I had. And then we started up conversations and went back and forth and really started true collaboration...Everything about it was trying to harness and even amplify everything that I love about watching Natasha on screen. The whole thing is completely cut to measure for her."

Kris Jenner and Caitlyn Jenner
Kris Jenner and Caitlyn Jenner (click for attribution/s)

Caitlyn Jenner (10/28/1949, Scorpio Ox), Kris Jenner (11/5/1955, Scorpio Sheep) : The two media personalities were married for 22 years. They had two children together and raised a blended family including children from their previous marriages. Shortly after finalizing their divorce in 2014, Caitlyn (previously Bruce) Jenner came out as transgender in 2015. Kris Jenner has said publicly that the publication of Caitlyn's memoir, The Secrets of My Life, resulted in a period of estrangement, but that relations have since improved: "We're fine. Yeah, we're friends. And I see her when she's at a family thing so it's, you know, settled down a lot. I think [Caitlyn's transition] was a big shock. It's a scary thing to go through because you know nothing about it. It's a subject I never thought that I would ever have to directly deal with [or] confront [or] be understanding about. Something that I didn't, you know, understand."

Meryl Streep (6/22/1949, Cancer Ox), Robert De Niro (8/17/1943, Leo Sheep) : These two famous actors worked together on the sets of Falling in Love (1984) and The Deer Hunter (1978). When presenting an award to Streep, De Niro stated, "Meryl is the most generous and giving actor...She not only inhabits her own character, she helps bring out the character of everyone else on the screen...Meryl doesn't seem to have any imperfections. And I say that with the most love for you, Meryl."

Rakim and Nas
Rakim and Nas (click for attribution/s)

Nas (9/14/1973, Virgo Ox), Rakim (1/28/1968, Aquarius Sheep) : The two rappers have collaborated together and share a close bond as part of the hip hop community. Seeking to dispel rumours about a breakdown in their relationship, Rakim acknowledged that he felt there was a breach of privacy in Nas's tribute track, "The Unauthorized Biography of Rakim", which references Rakim’s professional and private history. Rakim explained, "I pulled him [Nas] to the side and let him know I still got love for him. At the same time it’s principles. I’ve always been a reserved person. There’s certain things I speak about and certain things I don’t speak about. I just felt violated almost that he touched on certain things I haven’t even touched on."


Combined Relationship Horoscope

Final Words

The Quincunx aspect between firstwest and secondwest is one of the Western zodiac’s most puzzling yet impressive influences, often spinning apparently irreconcilable differences into creative fulfillment and emotional security. The best qualities of this energy may be indispensable here, as the confrontational firsteast and secondeast match provides little calm or reassurance, instead driving both parties impatiently towards attention and success.

Two raccoons next to each other peering over tree with starry background.jpg


Also on Horizon Astrology...

A young Bob Dylan with decorative starry background

Explore celebrity news and events through a lens of the Western and Chinese zodiacs .

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar with decorative starry background

Explore sign profiles for combined Western and Chinese zodiac signs.

Liza Minnelli with a decorative starry background

Match a celebrity with any combined sign or birthdate.

Amy Winehouse with decorative starry background

Explore the combined Western and Chinese zodiac signs for celebrities from all walks of life.

Sonny Bono and Cher with a decorative starry background

Explore relationship horoscopes for any two celebrities.

Billie Holiday singing with decorative starry background

Explore your Golden Nine most compatible combined signs - with celebrity examples.

Aretha Franklin with decorative starry background

Explore the Four Challenges, your most challenging energy matches - with celebrity examples.