Julia Roberts, Ciara, And Tracee Ellis Ross Are Straight-Up Scorpio Excellence

In honor of Scorpio season, I would like to rise in defense of Scorpio signs everywhere. This water sign gets a bad rap for being intense, obsessive, shady, and low-key scary (their season, which runs from October 23 through November 21, does fall during spooky season), but the Scorpio slander is honestly getting old. In actuality, Scorpios are some of the most misunderstood signs of the zodiac, says Narayana Montúfar, senior astrologer at Astrology.com, noting that they only seem aloof. It’s all the emotional depth that leaves other signs confused.

Since Scorpio is a fixed sign (meaning they’re stuck in their ways and often unwilling to change) and is also ruled by aggressive, combative Mars, this can make them guarded. "For some, their enigmatic nature could come across as 'shady' or unapproachable but, in reality, this is how Scorpios protect their heart," Montúfar explains. (And hello, who wants to get their heart hurt?!) This is why Scorpios would rather have a few deep emotional connections than a bunch of surface-level ones. "They're either a ride-or-die or not in the least bit interested," she adds.

Beyond (selective) loyalty, Scorpios are also known for their emotional depth, spot-on B.S. detector, and honesty. Basically, this is the sign you call if you need to bury a body (take that as you will...literally or figuratively). But when you've done something wrong, expect them have your back and be brutally honest with you—especially when you’re not exactly being truthful. "They see right through people and know their real intentions. Signs of this element are also very prone to be in relationships, as their need to merge with another means they function better when they feel safe and protected," Montúfar explains. "Plus, the sensitivity that comes from the water element also translates into great creativity." I mean, you don’t write “Liability” without holding some intense emotions! (Yes, Lorde is indeed a Scorpio, but are you surprised?)

That oft-mysterious mix of passion and creativity might explain why so many celebrities are Scorpios. Whether they're musicians, actors, or even tech geniuses, the intense dedication to their craft shines through. Need proof? Frank Ocean is a Scorpio. Oh yeah, and so is Winona Ryder. Bill Gates? Scorpio. Enough said.

Ahead, 60 Scorpio celebrities that totally live up to their zodiac sign:

Birthday: October 23, 1998

Amandla was born on the first day of Scorpio season, technically making them a Libra-Scorpio cusp sign, but their Scorpio tendencies definitely shine through. The actor-activist is incredibly accomplished, nabbing a Teen Choice Award at just 14 for their breakout role as Rue in The Hunger Games. Plus, only a Scorpio could draw out the deep emotions and intensity needed to play Starr Carter in The Hate U Give.

Birthday: October 28, 1987

Frank is a Scorpio to a T. Exhibit A: He dropped a $25K diamond-encrusted cock ring via his luxury brand Homer, which he announced with a NSFW photo on Instagram. Thirst traps, sex, and luxury? Yeah, that’s a Scorp for sure. Exhibit B: I’m not sure it’s possible to make it through Channel Orange without wanting to call your ex...classic brooding Scorpio behavior.

Birthday: November 5, 1955

Show me a more determined woman than Kristen Mary Jenner. You simply can’t. She went from a flight attendant to a $190 million net worth by monetizing her children. Her cunning Scorpio nature no doubt helped build her empire. You’re doing amazing, sweetie.

Birthday: November 10, 1968

The stand-up comedian and former Saturday Night Live cast member has a certain IDGAF attitude that just screams Scorpio. Also, his extensive resume—which includes roles in Martin, 30 Rock, and Coming 2 America, to name a few—means he’s ambitious and isn’t afraid to go after what he wants.

Birthday: November 10, 1978

The rapper, singer, and actress definitely gives off sexy Scorpio vibes. Have you seen her in the “Let Me Blow Ya Mind” music video? Also, her sophomore album is titled Scorpion (sorry Drake, but Eve did it first) after her sign—enough said.

Birthday: November 4, 1969

Ahem, Sean Combs, known professionally as “Diddy,” is a rapper, singer, record producer, record executive, actor and entrepreneur (oh yeah, and he also founded a school in his hometown of New York City). In other words, the former talent director who discovered The Notorious B.I.G (and countless other world famous hip hop artists), is a total Scorpio boss with a capital “B.”

Birthday: October 29, 1972

Tracee is honest, funny, smart (Pattern Beauty is the sh*t from one curly girly to another!) and a total Scorpio. Perhaps the best example: She and Gabrielle Union—who share a birthday, btw—posted thirst traps of each other to celebrate two years ago. Thirst traps and money moves? Yep, that’s a Scorpio!

Birthday: November 3, 1987

When Colin Kaepernick first took a knee during the national anthem during the 2016 NFL season, his protests took the world by storm. His actions not only made national headlines and inspired other NFL players to follow in his footsteps, but it also started a national conversation about the oppression of Black people and people of color, especially as it pertains to sports. Long story short, the quarterback and civil rights activist’s boldness and passion makes him the ultimate Scorp.

Birthday: November 10, 1999

Kiernan’s performance as Sabrina Spellman in Netflix’s Chilling Adventures of Sabrina is quite, shall I say, chilling. Those mysterious, dark, and spooky vibes could only be drawn out by someone with Big Scorpio Energy.

Birthday: October 23, 1985

The singer, songwriter, and actor has eyes that stare directly into your soul and could only be the eyes of an intense, passionate Scorp. Not to mention, there’s no way you can listen to his brooding, heartfelt, and sexual lyrics without either thinking about your ex, getting extremely turned on, or both.

Birthday: November 9, 1980

When Vanessa called out Shake during the Love Is Blind season two reunion episode for the way he treated Deepti and for making the other women on the show extremely uncomfortable by asking them about their size and exercise habits in the pods, she was just being true to her zodiac sign. Only a Scorpio would be bold enough to call someone out for their B.S. and set the record straight in front of millions of viewers (rightly so). Also, fun fact, she and hubby Nick Lachey share a birthday—talk about wanting to merge with your partner!

Birthday: November 13, 1967

Jimmy Kimmel is funny, natch, but he’s also deeply sensitive. When he advocated for universal healthcare on behalf of his son, it was a sure sign of his astrological tendencies—he displayed vulnerability, deep emotion, and told his truth!

Birthday: November 3, 1949

Surprise, surprise (not)! The elusive fashion journalist, longtime editor-in-chief of Vogue and media industry powerhouse is indeed a Scorpio. Case in point: Dame Wintour is rarely spotted without her emblematic black sunnies, which she told CNN are “incredibly useful because you avoid people knowing what you’re thinking about”—talk about mysterious. In order to reach such a high-level position in fashion, you definitely have to be ruthlessly ambitious and have a sharp B.S. detector.

Birthday: October 28, 1967

Julia Roberts didn't become one of America’s sweethearts by accident. She is empathetic, emotionally attuned, and displays all the softer qualities of Scorpios. And when it comes to her acting career, she can really throw down when she needs to (which you know if you’ve watched even 30 seconds of Erin Brockovich).

Birthday: October 23, 1976

Ryan Reynolds loves to roast wife Blake Lively (who's a Virgo, FYI), and some gentle ribbing is definite Scorpio behavior.

Birthday: October 25, 1985

Ciara has been serving sexy soundtracks and looks since she first came on the scene with "Goodies" in 2004. (Don’t even get me started on "Body Party"!) So, she clearly has the signature sexy Scorpio energy on lock. But her true boss energy comes through with all of her business ventures—she’s got a modeling contract with IMG, is a Global Ambassador for Revlon, owns part of the Seattle Sounders soccer team, has founded a fashion house, and owns Why Not You Productions with her husband. Talk about a stacked Scorpio résumé!

Birthday: October 29, 1972

WH cover star Gabrielle Union is a truth teller and has no tolerance for BS—both big Scorpio traits. Case in point: She blew the whistle on America's Got Talent for creating what she called a toxic workplace environment.

Birthday: November 19, 1983

Enigmatic. Passionate. Intense. Dare I say...scary? Adam Driver is a Scorpio up and down.

Birthday: November 21, 1945

One of Goldie’s most endearing qualities is her big heart. That, on top of her super passionate work teaching mindfulness and helping others, makes her a true Scorpio.

Birthday: November 11, 1962

Like a true Scorpio, Demi Moore is always pushing the envelope (intense!) and setting the standard for excellence (passion!). Whether it’s posing naked and pregnant on the cover of Vanity Fair or releasing her captivating memoir, Demi knows how to stand her ground and make her points known.

Birthday: November 4, 1969

Now, this is a man with some wild energy. He’s a shapeshifter in his acting, able to tap into deep wells of emotion, which undeniably proves he's a Scorpio.

Birthday: November 8, 1990

It's no surprise that moody queen SZA is a Scorpio. Her music is all kinds of intense and sexy, so yeah, you might say the Scorpio vibes are strong with this one.

Birthday: November 10, 1969

Does it get more ride-or-die Scorpio than Ellen Pompeo, who has been playing the same character on Grey's Anatomy for approximately 100 years (18 seasons)? Nope!

Birthday: November 12, 1980

Everyone’s boyfriend Ryan Gosling is a Scorpio—so, maybe all that intensity he had in Drive wasn't just top-notching acting? He’s super hot (you’ve seen the abs), charming, and undeniably a Scorpio King.

Birthday: November 13, 1955

Whoopi is as authentic, real, and blunt as it gets. The View would not be the same without her. Did you see her face during that Barbara Corcoran kerfuffle? Now, there’s a Scorpio!

Birthday: November 12, 1958

This comedy queen may seem all giggles, but her wit is razor-sharp. Plus, she's definitely got a fine-tuned BS radar, and her long-term marriage to Nick Offerman is totally aligned with her Sun sign's preference for supportive 'ships.

Birthday: November 11, 1960

My dude Stanley Tucci was quoted saying, "I'm a very hungry, horny person." Considering Scorpios are considered the most ~sexual~ zodiac sign, I don’t think there is a more fitting statement than this.

Birthday: November 12, 1982

This whole "everyone hates Anne Hathaway for no reason" thing makes a LOT of sense given her Scorpio sun. She has a confusing personality that you can’t really put your finger on—a mysterious Scorpio indeed.

Birthday: November 15, 1991

Shailene Woodley has the whole mysterious Scorpio thing on lock. The Big Little Lies star hid a whole engagement to famous footballer Aaron Rodgers for MONTHS. Enough said.

Birthday: October 24, 1986

A quick listen to Drake’s catalog of angsty, emotional love songs reveals his Scorpio nature. Remember when he declared his love for Rihanna at the 2016 Video Music Awards? Classic water sign behavior. He did release an album named Scorpion, after all...

Birthday: November 16, 1967

The epitome of cool, Lisa Bonet is, of course, on this list. She’s mysterious, captivating, and free-spirited.

Birthday: November 18, 1968

Don’t let his Wedding Crashers-era funny man personality fool you. There is depth to Owen Wilson, and his water sign qualities have really shone through in recent years, as he’s gotten real about his mental health and addiction. This is the sort of truth-telling, put-it-all-out-there attitude you can expect from a Scorpio.

Birthday: November 17, 1978

Are you surprised that the woman who brought Regina George and Allie Hamilton to life is a Scorpio? Nope! She’s intense, passionate, and undeniably sexy. It’s no wonder she paired off with her co-star and fellow Scorpio Ryan Gosling for a steamy off-screen romance.

Birthday: November 7, 1996

Lorde’s intense vibe in her music, fashion, and her tendency to withdraw for months at a time are all major Scorpio traits. And as much as I love the song "Writer in the Dark," it is peak teen angst and 100-percent a reflection of her Sun sign. (How can ya not stan?!)

Birthday: November 1, 1986

Well, if it isn't Mr. Gossip Girl himself! Scorpios are secret keepers, and Penn is not only known for playing the infamous Dan Humphrey, but also Joe Goldberg from You. Is art imitating life here? Hmmm...

Birthday: November 5, 1960

I will admit it, I am afraid of Tilda Swinton. She’s got a real intimidating "cool girl" energy that screams Scorpio. Plus, her sheer intensity, and her eccentric performances in all of those period pieces? Yep, that checks out.

Birthday: October 31, 2000

Now, Willow Smith could sit at Tilda Swinton's "cool girl" table. The singer has a down-to-earth, yet still elusive energy that definitely points to her Scorpio sign. She is cool, calm, and collected on Red Table Talk, but also isn't afraid to get into the mix with mom Jada Pinkett Smith, and Gammy, the ultimate queen.

Birthday: November 8, 1966

The man screams (literally) passion—in his cooking, his television, and his mentorship. All Scorpio behavior!

Birthday: November 3, 1995

I’ve watched enough Keeping Up With the Kardashians to be considered a PhD scholar, so I am familiar with the behavior of one Ms. Kendall Jenner. She is exactly the kind of ambitious woman everyone expects when they hear Scorpio. She’s fought her way to the top of the modeling industry—covering Vogue in multiple countries and walking tons of designer runway shows. Plus, she once revealed she creates fake Instagram profiles to stalk her exes, which is super sneaky Scorpio behavior.

Birthday: November 6, 1988

She’s super successful, nailing every role from SuperBad to Cruella—is it any surprise that Emma Stone is a Scorpio?

Birthday: November 11, 1974

From Leo’s passion for saving the planet to his intense commitment to his roles (I mean, The Revenant, need I say more?), he's a Scorpio through and through.

Birthday: October 30, 1987

Ashley Graham is sooo Scorpio. She’s fierce in her body positivity work, has broken down barriers with her intellect, and sees through the BS with X-ray-like vision. You don’t become the first plus-sized model to appear on Vogue without some intense behind-the-scenes work.

Birthday: November 19, 1961

I’ve seen the youths on TikTok talking about "Meg Ryan fall," and I am 100-percent in on this one. The trend encourages dressing like the rom-com icon circa When Harry Met Sally. It is Scorpio season, after all! Besides nailing the whole fall lewk thing, Meg's drive (does she ever stop working?) and passion for her craft are no doubt part of her Scorpio nature.

Birthday: November 9, 1984

If I can take a moment to call upon my Kardashian research (*adjusts glasses*)...French Montana and Ms. Khloé K dated back in 2014. Now, after more than seven years, they are still friends! If that’s not Scorpio loyalty, what is?

Birthday: November 16, 1977

Maggie Gyllenhaal first came onto the scene in 2001’s Donnie Darko, which is like all things spooky, Halloween, and Scorpio rolled into one. She is an ambitious, award-winning actress who is not afraid to go after what she wants and to reinvent herself. Scorpio queen!

Birthday: October 26, 1956

If you want to explain a Scorpio, play them this clip of Rita Wilson on the 2021 Emmy’s red carpet. She’s spinning her "worst dressed" title as a positive and spitting Jay-Z lyrics, all while dressed in an elegant Tom Ford suit with lots of bling? Yup!

Birthday: November 16, 1993

Pete really nails the whole "sad clown" vibe, which apparently makes him irresistible to some of Hollywood’s most eligible ladies: Ariana Grande, Kaia Gerber, Phoebe Dynevor, Kate Beckinsale, Kim Kardashian...need I go on? Anyone who has been photographed making out as many times as Pete has is definitely, uh, passionate, and everyone's heard about that BDE...

Birthday: October 25, 1984

Katy Perry’s Scorpio traits really shine through with her sexuality. Remember her song "Peacock"? The lyrics weren't exactly subtle: "I want to see your peacock-cock-cock. Your peacock-cock. Your peacock-cock-cock." And to quote The Guardian in 2010, "She swears like a sailor, poses naked and is no stranger to a suggestive song lyric." Need I say more?

Birthday: November 14, 1975

Speaking of sucking face, I nearly forgot what Travis Barker looked like without one Kourtney Kardashian attached to his lips. Travis' whirlwind romance with the eldest Kardashian sister, his punk rock vibe, and general broodiness makes him a textbook Scorpio.

Birthday: October 28, 1949

Say what you want about Ms. Wannabe California Governor, but there is no denying she is passionate and intense—classic Scorpio traits.

Birthday: November 2, 1966

Ross Geller might not have been your favorite Friends character, but let's give this real-life Scorpio props for bringing a highly-emotional, sensitive character to the screen for 10 seasons.

Birthday: October 27, 1984

Kelly has really made a career for herself by being a judge and critic, and that is SO Scorpio. From Project Runway to Fashion Police and even Ru Paul’s Drag Race, Kelly is all about offering her blunt opinions to anyone and everyone.

Birthday: November 21, 1965

Twitter sleuths say that Bjork is in fact a triple Scorpio, meaning her Sun, Moon, and Rising signs are all wrapped up in the same mysterious, avoidant part of the zodiac. Her extreme quirkiness, beat-to-her-own drum attitude, and dedication to her art definitely show her Scorpio sides.

Birthday: November 5, 1960

It doesn’t get much darker and emotionally complex than Joker, and you know how dedicated Joaquin Phoenix gets in his roles. The ability to act and manipulate his emotions as such a complicated character...all Scorpio!

Birthday: October 26, 1947

Ah, HRC. Her astrological sign is no surprise. She’s driven, strategic, and passionate about important causes. And, not to mention, her words cut like a million little knives. Brutal honesty? Check.

Birthday: November 20, 1983

Future has a je ne sais quoi that makes him fit this sign to a T. His newest album, I NEVER LIKED YOU, is total Scorpio behavior. I mean the title alone says it all.

Birthday: November 19, 1959

Scorpios are ambitious and hardworking, and so is my girl Allison Janey. Plus, her portrayal of C.J. Cregg on The West Wing was dripping with Scorpio energy.

Birthday: October 28, 1955

The man built Microsoft. If that’s not some boss b*tch Scorpio behavior, I don’t know what it is. Passion, intensity, intellect? He's got 'em all.

Birthday: October 29, 1971

Doesn’t Winona just sort of look like a Scorpio? Those big intense eyes, the kinda-spooky energy—it all tracks. And let's not forget her killer (pun intended) role in Heathers. The dark comedy is quite on astrological brand.

Birthday: November 17, 1944

Danny DeVito has the sort of IDGAF attitude everyone has come to love and expect from this water sign.