The West Wing Character You Are Based On Your Zodiac Sign

If we had to guess, we'd say that the characters in Aaron Sorkin's beloved series "The West Wing" wouldn't put much stock in astrology. We can't imagine Jed Bartlet reading his horoscope every morning before making decisions that will affect the entire world, or Leo McGarry bringing up the alignment of the planets during a national security briefing in the war room. But who knows, maybe Donna Moss or Sam Seaborn find time to consult with the stars in between writing speeches and making important phone calls.

In many ways, "The West Wing" is a serious, high-minded show. One of the things we love most about it is how richly the characters are drawn. Even characters who only appear in an episode or two feel like real people with full lives. Whether it be the heroic but infallible President Bartlet or an essential secondary character like Leo's assistant, the indelible Margaret Hooper, "The West Wing" isn't short on dynamic personalities. They're all part of a team that works remarkably well. 

Every character on "The West Wing" is complex, which is why it's so interesting to analyze why they act the way they do. They all have their own strengths and weakness, making them dynamic to watch. These distinctions also make it fun for us to try and distinguish them based on their astrological placements, even if the White House staffers themselves wouldn't care to dig into our findings. Keep reading to discover which "West Wing" character you are based on your zodiac sign. Unfortunately, there are more "West Wing" characters than signs, so some important players, like Charlie Young (Dulé Hill), have been omitted. 

The second sign of the zodiac, Taureans are symbolized by the bull. Often said to be the most stubborn of the signs, they are very set in their ways. On the plus side, you can always count on them to follow through. Reliable and patient, those born under this sign have a comforting stability about them, and they tend to be happiest when indulging in life's simple pleasures.

Though Jed Bartlet may be the face of the administration, Leo McGarry (John Spencer) is its beating heart. While Bartlet makes speeches and takes diplomatic meetings, Leo is the one making sure the ship never stops running. An extremely loyal friend to Jed and the rest of the staff, Leo is definitely someone you want on your team.

Leo is indeed a bull, as his sign suggests. He never backs down when faced with obstacles, and he's not afraid to make hard decisions for the greater good. He's also an archetypically stubborn person, which becomes a problem for him when his focus on the job causes him to neglect his own health and the happiness of his family. He's not a perfect person — none of the characters on "The West Wing" is — but he's someone you can always count on to keep things in order.

Sometimes it feels like a bit of a copout to always cast the motherly characters as Cancers, but in this case, it's a perfect fit. Jed Bartlet may be a force of nature, but his wife, Abbey Bartlet (Stockard Channing), is just as tough. A former doctor, Abbey is as smart and competent as her husband, and she's not afraid to let her opinions be known. Though she cares deeply for Jed and their three daughters, she's not above using tough love to get through to them, and she certainly won't stand by and let her husband's stubbornness get the best of him.

Emotional water signs, Cancers are known as the nurturers of the zodiac. They feel strongly connected to their families and their sense of home, and they are very loyal and tend to take on the problems of others. Though they are sometimes represented as soft or overly sensitive, Cancers can also be quite tenacious and passionate, especially when their loved ones are involved.

Abbey represents the dualistic nature of Cancers. Though she is certainly a caring person, she's in no way weak-willed or delicate. She loves deeply, which also means she fights with everything she's got. It's unlikely Jed would be where he is without a partner like Abbey, as she always pushes him to be his best and never lets him forget what's really important. For a complex ecosystem like the White House to function, you need a passionate Cancer in your corner.

We don't know much about Mrs. Landingham (Kathryn Joosten) except that she's extremely important to her boss, President Bartlet. She first met Jed when she worked for his father, the headmaster at Jed's prep school. Since then, Mrs. Landingham has been Jed's loyal friend and secretary. It completely shatters him when she dies at the end of Season 2. (This also leads to what is often known as the best "West Wing" episode of all time.)

Mrs. Landingham is not someone who does what she does for the glory, and she's content working behind the scenes. For this reason, the sign that fits her best is Virgo. Known as the healers or the analysts, Virgos are always processing information and trying to come up with solutions. Hardworking and practical, Virgos are confident that they know best but are fine displaying their knowledge in subtle ways, reflecting their humble nature. Though they can be judgmental at times, they have good intentions and are always prepared to fix any problems that might arise.

As Bartlet's secretary, Mrs. Landingham spends her days organizing small details and keeping things on track. She's not one to toot her own horn, but she's also willing to call out Bartlet when he misbehaves. As is true with many Virgos, Mrs. Landingham uses her keen judgment for good and is always there to make sure Bartlet does what he needs to do. Mrs. Landingham always gets the job done, and her Virgo sensibilities are essential to the functioning of the Oval Office.

Though she only appeared in 23 of the series' 155 episodes, Amy Gardner (Mary-Louise Parker) had a huge impact on "The West Wing" and its fans. She has a wonderfully dry wit and is very good at her job. When we first meet her, Amy is a Director at the Women's Leadership Coalition, and later in the series becomes The First Lady's Chief of Staff. Amy suffers no fools and definitely isn't someone you want to get in a verbal sparring match with.

Amy is quite cunning and keenly aware of power structures, which is why she aligns best with the sign of Scorpio. Known as the alchemists of the zodiac, Scorpios are intense individuals with magnetic, penetrating auras about them. It's often hard to tell if Scorpios are joking or being serious because everything they say is so biting. Strategic, focused, and calculating, Scorpios have an innate understanding of power and a piercing ability to suss out the truth.

Amy is one of the most hilarious characters. Her deadpan delivery — which is very Scorpio-like — makes her a delight to watch. In many ways, she's the perfect partner for Josh, as neither of them ever tires of arguing or trying to prove their point. Amy can take any enemies down with just her words, something Abbey quickly learns when Amy starts working for her. Just like a scorpion, Amy isn't afraid to sting when the circumstances call for it.

Like Amy Gardner and Joey Lucas, Ainsley Hayes is a beloved "West Wing" character who appeared in fewer episodes than you might think. Before she began her prolific run on "CSI: Miami," Emily Procter appeared in a mere 12 episodes of "The West Wing," but still had enough time to become a fan favorite. A rare republican within the Bartlet administration, Ainsley came in hot, absolutely annihilating Sam Seaborn in a TV debate. Confident and quick-witted, Ainsley knows what she's good at and always puts her best foot forward.

Ainsley is a Capricorn, the sign most associated with leadership. Capricorns are known for being determined, disciplined, and not letting pesky emotions get in the way of achieving their goals. Often known as the "responsible friend," Capricorns might take a while to warm up to others because of their stoic demeanor. Looking good and achieving success are important to them, and they tend to be very goal-oriented individuals.

Ainsley certainly has the determination and self-control of a Capricorn, and she seems to be more interested in improving her career than she is in making friends. The one time she does finally let her hair down — blaming it on the bossa nova — ends in hilarious embarrassment. But in general, Ainsley is excellent at maintaining her composure and always keeping her chin up, two very Capricornian qualities.

Though most of our favorites in the Bartlet administration have some amount of idealism left in them, Sam Seaborn (Rob Lowe) outranks them all when it comes to idealism and earnestness. This sometimes causes him to clash with his colleagues, but he remains steadfast in his optimism. As a brilliant speechwriter, Sam channels his idealism into beautiful words, pairing his impressive intellect with his more creative side.

Sam's romantic way of looking at the world leads us to believe that he's a Pisces, the sign known as the dreamer of the zodiac. Pisces tend to have a unique duality about them, coming off as both childlike and wise all at once. They sometimes struggle to distinguish between fantasy and reality and are big on daydreaming. Creative and compassionate, Pisces is the most intuitive sign in the zodiac and has a highly developed sense of imagination.

Sam's sense of imagination and his creative sensibilities distinguishes him from his colleagues, and they also make his Piscean nature clear. He can be a bit naive at times, but he's also something of a wunderkind and excels at his job. Though he may have his head up in the clouds more so than the rest of the staff, he always comes back down to earth and channels his daydreams into speeches that can make a grown man weep.