Leo Woman

Martha Stewart, Madonna and Jennifer Lopez are all Leos, which should either completely disprove astrology or demonstrate the fierce, empire-building powers of the Leo woman. Yes, she's the boss—though she doesn't mind if you boss back. She has a healthy respect for power, and if she keeps away from drama (which her sign rules), she can create amazing things. The Leo woman is a queen, so she needs a king and a royal court. If you're up for the role of full-time escort, worshipper, white-horse-riding prince and recipient of her royal, loyal lovin', this is the girl for you. Lazy or low-key types need not apply. Just let her be a superstar anywhere she goes. She'll light up like the sun and warm you up right alongside her. Not all Leo women are show-offs, but they do take huge pride in all they do. Many are gushy and over-the-top. These Leo ladies love to give and spoil and always want to be surrounded by warmth and people. Other Leos are reserved and dignified "queens." They demonstrate their prowess by being the best in their field or industry, surveying their empires with cool, haughty conviction. (However, all bets are off when it comes to their pets. The Leo woman is a true dog lover.) Money is often a Leo woman's sticking point. She can be thrifty, even cheap—but it's always selective. Team up on money management with your Leo lady. She'll need a budget for fun and creativity! The Leo woman is proud of everything she does and sincerely believes in herself. She's the sign of expression and she boldly shows you who she is, like it or not. Showy Leo rules the theater, and as a result, her style can be colorful and costumey, and she may err on the side of Vegas gaudiness. No matter. There's never too much gold, leopard or bling for some Leo women. If she's not a clotheshorse, she may festoon her home with a thousand family snapshots and knickknacks, leaving the space in need of a can of feng shui whupass. Her life often suffers the same excess. She has too many projects, friends, people and ambitions to fit into a single day. Somehow, though, the Leo woman manages to do it all, helming a huge corporate division one day, dropping off homemade cookies at the bake sale the next. She's fiercely protective and loving of her clan, and like a regal lioness, she was born to rule.

Famous Leo Women

Madonna, Martha Stewart, Jennifer Lopez, Charlize Theron, Debra Messing, Amelia Earhart, Madonna, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, J.K. Rowling, Lucille Ball, Halle Berry, Coco Chanel, Hilary Swank, Monica Lewinsky, Kim Cattrall

Leo Man

He's haughty, then he's naughty. There's something regal about him...and other times, he's a royal pain in the butt. The Leo man is passionate about all he does and not afraid to express it. Even the quiet ones simmer with a magnetic energy as hot as their planetary ruler, the sun. As the sign of drama and romance, Leo men aren't afraid to bring a dozen red roses to your first date or pick you up in a limousine. As long as you praise your Leo man, he's yours to keep. Make him look good and feel good and you can have anything you want. As lord of the jungle, he's not afraid of a little rough play, especially in the sack. It's all in the name of fun for this hungry sign. He loves attention and hates to be outshone. He'll protect you like a majestic lion. He wants nothing more than to be the hero and champion for everyone he loves. He never deals in half measures or plays the miser. His flirty ways, lusty appetite and thirst for admiration make him a bit of a male peacock, arousing mates' jealousy (or irritation) when he preens his feathers. Since Leo rules the ego, you'll have to deal with some vanity and big-shot talk. The world watched Leo Ben Affleck lavish his Leo ex Jennifer Lopez with cars and Harry Winston diamonds, basking in the media frenzy. He learned his lesson and toned down—but only after getting his fill. Similarly, Leo Bill Clinton got more than his fill of negative attention from Monicagate. Leo men also have a tendency to overspend (peppered by random acts of cheapness), so you'll definitely want separate bank accounts, along with a third one for your joint household expenses. Make sure he fills up the shared accounts before he treats himself to that tricked-out new iPod that he "really, really needs." Although you'll want to throttle him at such times, he'll charm you right into forgiveness. The Leo man is ultimately loveable and proud, and his warmth and devotion are sincere. Nine times out of 10, he's worth the trouble. If you don't mind providing a little iron-fisted direction from behind the scenes—while still letting him sit on the throne in his crown, waving to the people—the Leo man will gladly be your king.

Famous Leo Men

Robert Redford, Andy Warhol, Henry Ford, Yves Saint Laurent, Hulk Hogan, Benito Mussolini, Fidel Castro, Ben Affleck, Bill Clinton, Barack Obama, Neil Armstrong, Matt LeBlanc, Mick Jagger, Arnold Schwarzenegger