Vanderpump Rules, the hit reality TV series following the lives of staff working in Lisa Vanderpump’s restaurants in Hollywood, is bursting with big personalities. The show first aired on Bravo in 2013 as a spin-off from The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, which had featured Lisa Vanderpump as a main cast member. With 11 seasons aired, the show's success is largely attributed to the drama between cast members. But could their zodiac signs give fans a glimpse into their inner workings?
Let's delve into the zodiac signs of some of the key players and how astrology might influence their behavior.
Ally Lewber: Capricorn Sun, Libra Moon, Pisces Rising
Starring on one of TV’s most dramatic and chaotic reality shows can be exhausting, but Ally Lewber of Vanderpump Rules has a way to cope: She can see things coming. As an astrologer, Ally uses the stars to figure out her fellow cast members’ personalities and how they might contribute to the show’s seemingly never-ending drama. Ally joined the mix in 2022 when she began dating cast member James Kennedy.
“Astrology is the secret to the universe for me,” Ally - who is a Capricorn sun, Libra moon and Pisces rising - tells TODAY.com. “Our birth charts are a blue print to our lives. It’s an awesome self-help tool.”
Ally studied entertainment journalism at Belmont University in Nashville and also took meteorology classes at Penn State. Put that together in the unexpected detours of life, and you get an astrologer on a reality TV show. “It’s close. It’s forecasting, but not the weather - the future,” she says. When Ally, who was always drawn to esoteric topics, went deeper into astrology and saw how spiritual her chart was, she felt called to move forward.
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“It’s not just a hobby. It feels like a responsibility for me in this lifetime. To see that laid out in my chart, it felt like validation,” she says. Since her time on the show, she became a professional astrologer and does readings for both cast members and everyday folks alike.
She says celebrities are in her DMs asking for readings, but her favorite clients are people right out of college. “You need that guidance a little bit. (I like) to remind them the world doesn’t end after college. It gets better. And it’ll be really fun,” she says.
Ally’s Astrological Read on "Scandoval"
Fallout from the “Scandoval” saga - a cheating controversy involving cast members Tom Sandoval, Ariana Madix and Rachel Leviss (aka Raquel Leviss) - has been at the forefront of “VPR’s” 11th season this year. How much of it comes down to astrology, according to Ally?
Ariana and Tom, who had been together since 2014, broke up unexpectedly in 2023 after Ariana discovered Tom was having an affair with Rachel, who was previously engaged to Ally’s boyfriend, James. (Can you keep up?) James also dated cast member Kristen Doute, whom Tom was dating when he first met Ariana. (Really, can you keep up?)
From the astrological point of view, Ally notes that both Tom and Ariana are Cancers, a cardinal water sign known for its depth of emotion, protectiveness and moodiness.
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Ariana is a typical Cancer, Ally says, because “she’s private with her emotions and is a homebody.” “I haven’t seen Tom’s full birth chart, so we’d need to go a little deeper. But Cancer’s ruled by the moon, and the moon controls the ocean tides. It’s a wave. There (are) highs and lows. If you’re not processing your emotions, then it can get turbulent and out of control,” she says.
Examining Other ‘VPR’ Cast Member’s Charts
As for other cast members’ signs? She says Tom Schwartz is the ultimate Libra. He has three planets in the peacekeeper sign, including his sun and moon. “You can’t hate him, because he genuinely does want everyone to just get along. But I know that it can be frustrating for other signs and other types that are like, ‘OK, but that’s not realistic.’ He’s a people person. He really just wants everyone to be happy and to get along,” she says.
As for her boyfriend, James, she says he’s “such an Aquarius.”“(He’s) just very authentic and marches to the beat of his own drum. things outside of the box,” she adds. “That’s what he’s kind of taught me: No one puts you in a box. Then he’s a Sagittarius rising, which we definitely see that that’s fire energy. He has energy for days. He does not drink caffeine. I’m a Pisces rising, and I just want to take naps all day.”
James and fellow cast member Lala Kent both have Jupiter, the expansive and lucky planet, in the 10th house of fame. “When Jupiter is in the 10th house, it makes them destined to be in the spotlight. Whether or not they want it, they’re going to find it,” Ally says. “They’re both made for TV.”
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Why ‘Vanderpump Rules’ is Linked to Pluto
Ally says “Vanderpump Rules” is a “Plutonian” show, meaning major events are linked to the planet Pluto, which governs big transformations and brings skeletons out of the closet. Pluto was in the sign Capricorn starting in 2008 and moved into Aquarius in 2023 for the first time in almost 250 years, so this could be perceived as the start a new era for transformation. The planet will move back and forth between Capricorn and Aquarius a few times until Nov. 19, 2024, before it stays in Aquarius until March 8, 2043.
“Pluto switched to Aquarius on the day of the reunion last year. Then it went back into Aquarius on the day of the Season 11 premiere. It’s weird how aligned Pluto’s movement is with the movement of the show. That’s why I’m like, this season is going to look and feel different. Pluto is changed,” she says.
Ally’s Compatibility with James Kennedy
Ally “really believes” we are all compatible with anyone, but it’s easier with some people than others.
She and James share Libra moons, which means they “connect (on) a deep emotional level.” Further, she has a stellium in Aquarius, James’ sun sign. James, similarly, has a stellium in Capricorn, her sun sign. “It’s a balancing act. We see each other and connect, but we help push each other,” she says.
Decoding the Vanderpump Rules Cast
Here's a look at the zodiac signs of the main cast members:
| Cast Member | Zodiac Sign | Traits |
|---|---|---|
| Lisa Vanderpump | Virgo (September 15) | Practical, organized, perfectionist, philanthropist |
| Katie Maloney | Capricorn (January 16) | Intellectual, responsible, honest, self-disciplined |
| Tom Schwartz | Libra (October 16) | Sociable, peace-loving, balanced, avoids drama |
| Lala Kent | Virgo (September 2) | Self-sufficient, witty, ambitious, strong, perfectionist |
| Tom Sandoval | Cancer (July 7) | Emotional, loyal, creative, complex |
| Ariana Madix | Cancer (June 24) | Protective, emotional, private |
| Scheana Shay | Taurus (May 7) | Confident, driven, caring, sensitive |
| James Kennedy | Aquarius (January 26) | Eccentric, witty, assertive, free-spirited |
| Ally Lewber | Capricorn | Independent, balanced, spiritual |
Individual Insights
Lisa Vanderpump: Virgo
Born on September 15, the Vanderpump Rules boss is also a bit of a perfectionist. Whether she’s calling the shots at SUR, overseeing Tom Tom, or visiting Las Vegas (where she owns not one but two restaurants), it’s safe to say that Lisa is almost always working - the mark of a true Virgo. As a philanthropist who’s particularly passionate about animal rights, Lisa uses her attention to detail “for a reason: to help others.”
Katie Maloney: Capricorn
Intellectual, responsible, and honest, Katie - born on January 16 - is very much a Capricorn. What’s more, Capricorns are “the most self-disciplined” zodiac sign, according to Astrotalk, and this is something Katie herself has said she relates to. As we’ve seen on Vanderpump Rules, Katie always needs to be in the driver’s seat.
Tom Schwartz: Libra
Like Katie said, Schwartz - born on October 16 - is a Libra. Libras are known not to rock the boat and will go with the flow. Generally thought to be “sociable” and “peace-loving,” according to Cafe Astrology, Libras “spend a lot of their time trying not to rock the boat.” This is Schwartz to a T, as he’s someone who’s always trying his hardest to avoid much of the drama on Vanderpump Rules.
Lala Kent: Virgo
Born on September 2, Lala will be the first to tell you that she’s the ultimate Virgo - something that definitely makes sense when you see that, like many Virgos, she’s self-sufficient, witty, ambitious, and strong. As she put it when discussing how “life doesn’t care what we want or have planned,” she said, “I’m a Virgo, so that really messes with me. I’m working on being softer.”
Tom Sandoval: Cancer
Known for being emotional, loyal, and creative, Cancers can be complex. Sandoval - born on July 7 - embodies many of the traits the sign is known for, especially since he’s usually not afraid to be vulnerable. Cancers are complex people who take pride in their work. What's more, Cancers take pride in their work, and whether he's performing with his cover band Tom Sandoval & The Most Extras or running the show at Schwartz & Sandy's, it's safe to say that's certainly true of Sandoval.
Ariana Madix: Cancer
Like her ex Tom Sandoval, Ariana - born on June 24 - is a Cancer. This may come as a surprise to some, as she often exudes a tougher exterior, but fans have also watched her open up about her insecurities and express her feelings in both her former relationship and her friendships over the years on Vanderpump Rules. Like Cafe Astrology says, Cancers are “protective of those they care about, and of themselves too.”
Scheana Shay: Taurus
A Taurus born on May 7, Scheana embodies her sign by being confident, driven, caring, and sensitive. The latter is particularly applicable in her case, because as she herself put it, “I get very sensitive, I get my feelings hurt very easily.”
James Kennedy: Aquarius
Aquarians are happiest when they can do their own thing. They “don’t like being hemmed in by a romantic relationship, a career, or a boss,” according to Astrology Zone, and the same can definitely be said for James. James embraces his assertive side and refuses to be held down within a relationship, whether it be love or business. Like other Aquarians, James - born on January 26 - is also eccentric, witty, and assertive.
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