The Sun Enters Leo: Tell us about the Leos in your life.

In the midst of the sizzling summer here in the Northern Hemisphere, the Sun shifts its shine from Cancer to Leo. It could be said that Leos enter the limelight, which indeed is a great place for them to be. They are not at all known for shying away from positive attention. Raise the curtain and let the show begin! The lead Leos are antsy to get out from behind the scenes. Leo, the fifth sign of the Zodiac, is indeed ruled by the Sun itself. This influence may have Leos sometimes thinking that life revolves around them. With the Sun representing self, this is intensified at this time of year. This, though, is not necessarily a negative. The Sun also serves as a source of warmth and energy, which is a characteristic known to be natural to Leos. People want to be a part of the world of Leos. Natural leaders indeed. The Lion represents Leo and conjures up the correct imagery. King or Queen of the Jungle, rulers of the roost. Perfect pride, dignified and strong. The ambitiousness and accomplishments of Leos ensure this. The degree to which you'll feel these influences depends on how many planets and points in your birthchart are housed in Leo. That, and how many Leos surround you in life! Share your stories about the Leos in your life on our Voice Your Opinion message board. With their propensity for loving center stage, Leos are a common (or quite uncommon) lot in the celebrity world. Here's a sampling of Leos who have succeeded in Hollywood: