Leo Zodiac Sign

Leo is the fifth sign of the zodiac (July 23 – August 22), a fixed fire sign ruled by the Sun. Leo energy is radiant, creative, generous, and performance-oriented — the cosmic performer who lives most fully when expressing authentic self and inspiring others through creative leadership.

Leo is the zodiac's sun — literally ruled by the star at the center of our solar system. Leo is drawn to the spotlight not from vanity but from a deep need to offer their light to the world.

Core Traits

Generous, loyal, dramatic, and creative, Leo is the fixed fire sign — their passion doesn't extinguish easily. They are natural leaders who lead by example and inspiration rather than command. The shadow: needing too much external validation.

Leo and Creativity

Leo rules the 5th house of creativity and self-expression. This is the sign most naturally at home in artistic performance, theater, music, fashion design, and any arena where personality is the medium.

Leo in Love

Leo is a devoted, passionate romantic who loves lavishly and expects to be loved equally in return. They need a partner who appreciates them publicly as well as privately. Feeling unseen is Leo's deepest wound.

Leo Season (July 23 – August 22)

Leo season is peak summer in the Northern Hemisphere — a time for play, creativity, romance, and expressing the fullness of who you are.

Related Terms

• Sun
• Fire
• Fixed
• Aquarius
• 5Th House

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