The LGBTQA+ Pride Icon That Represents Your Zodiac Sign
Each June, the United States celebrates PRIDE Month. In many major cities and towns, people who support the LGBTQA+ community hold annual marches, parades, festivals, and parties to commemorate the advancement of the movement throughout history. Since the dawn of time, people’s sexual identities and expressions have been fluid—and in different civilizations and periods in time, these individuals were often celebrated for their uniqueness and perception of the world. Many powerful icons have been born under each zodiac sign. Let’s dive into a famous LGBTQA+ icon for each sun sign here!
ARIES (MARCH 21 – APRIL 19): Elton John
As a quintessential Aries, Elton John has been a pioneer and groundbreaker for decades. With a voice that has captivated the world, he has also utilized his great influence to champion for LGBTQA+ rights. Elton John’s ability to stand up as a leader is one that helps him not only guide the world, but take charge for future generations.
TAURUS (APRIL 20 – MAY 20): Valentino
When it comes to beauty, luxury, and fashion, we often associate these traits most closely with the goddess planet herself, Venus. Valentino Garavani was the iconic Italian fashion designer—who has built a global brand honored for its exquisite style and memorable impact on the beauty industry. As a Taurus, Valentino embodies this earth sign’s traits, and stands as a testament to how the bull can rise to the top through never-ending perseverance and staying true to their art!
GEMINI (MAY 21 – JUNE 20): Harvey Milk
Of all the zodiac signs, Geminis are one of the most closely tied to social interactions, connections, and certainly communication. With Harvey Milk being a Gemini, he was able to captivate the people of his time—and the generations to come, with his activism and political focus on change. In a time when his ideas were being shut out, he used his voice and his mind to make a difference.
CANCER (JUNE 21 – JULY 22): George Michael
Cancers are known for their sensitivity and intense emotions—and this is why George Michael, a Cancer himself, is our LGBTQA+ icon for the crab! Cancers are certainly known for their artistic side, but also for their sense of understanding of how to move people on an emotional level. George Michael’s music not only did this during his time, but continues to do so to this day.
LEO (JULY 23 – AUGUST 22): Madonna
Since her launch to superstardom, Madonna has had staying power unlike any other pop culture icon. With an ability to always evolve and keep the world’s eyes on her, she truly embodies the great power of a regal Leo. Advocacy for the LGBTQA+ community—and the pushing against sexual taboos—has been a cornerstone of her message from the very beginning, and she continues to openly speak out against discrimination of her loyal community of fans.
VIRGO (AUGUST 23 – SEPTMEBER 22): Marsha P. Johnson
Marsha P. Johnson—a true historical figure for the LGBTQA+ community—embodies the traits of Virgo. With perseverance, groundedness, and a need for change, she fought to not only live her life with authenticity, but nurture and take care of those around her. This is what lifts her up as our Virgo icon, and the world would not be the same without her.
LIBRA (SEPTEMBER 23 – OCTOBER 22): Oscar Wilde
As an air sign ruled by Venus, Libras can so often be gifted by words. As seekers of art and beauty, they can become great creatives, themselves. They also have an ability to captivate people through their work—and Oscar Wilde’s masterpieces are read, adapted, and performed even to this day. He harnessed his Libra traits and makes people think about his complex meanings and ideas, even now.
SCORPIO (OCTOBER 23 – NOVEMBER 21): RuPaul
When it comes to a modern LGBTQA+ icon who has built one of the largest empires, that would certainly be RuPaul through his global drag race reign! However, life was not always easy for RuPaul, who has had to experience powerful transformations and rebirth throughout his life. RuPaul knows the importance of mystique, sex appeal, and disguise—which is what much of drag can be based on, and a Scorpio can always identify with!
SAGITTARIUS (NOVEMBER 22 – DECEMBER 21): Matthew Shephard
In recent decades, the world was shocked by the brutal passing of Matthew Shephard, who has become uplifted as an icon ever since his tragedy took place. Yet, like a flame, his light has lived on and inspired millions to live authentically and champion for diversity—something a true Sagittarius icon should be known for.
CAPRICORN (DECEMBER 22 – JANUARY 19): David Bowie
David Bowie was ambitious, brilliant, and powerful—and his legacy still lives on to this day. As a Capricorn, known for their desire to persevere, build an empire, and manifest a long-term legacy, he has done so through not only his music, but through an entire arsenal of work: entertainment, videos, fashion, and beyond. This crowns him as our LGBTQA+ Capricorn Pride icon.
AQUARIUS (JANUARY 20 – FEBRUARY 18): Audre Lorde
Audre Lorde, who was a proud lesbian, sought to use art to inspire, invigorate, and enrich the world by making them think and feel the depths of their soul. As an advocate for change, she looked at humanity not just through a lens of where they were, but toward the future of where we could be. This immortalizes her as our Aquarius Pride icon.
PISCES (FEBRUARY 19 – MARCH 20): Liza Minnelli
Liza Minnelli—a true powerhouse in her own right—has been an outspoken advocate for civil rights and LGBTQA+ protections for decades. Having learned from mentors in her past, she still speaks up in the present, encouraging change. She has always had a wide queer fan base, and actively interacts with them now, leading the way through compassion, kindness, and love.