“Euphoria,” the critically acclaimed HBO series that dives into the chaotic, glitter-drenched world of Gen Z high schoolers—complete with drugs, raw emotions, intense relationships, face glitter, and unapologetic nudity—is back for Season 2.
To mark its return, we’re breaking down the cast through the lens of astrology, matching each character with the zodiac sign they most embody.
Aries: Fez’s Grandma
Fez’s Grandma, played with fierce intensity by Kathrine Narducci, charges into the new season like a firestorm — complete with golden nails, a pistol, and a car that screams “KITTY” on the license plate. She embodies the headstrong, no-nonsense nature of an Aries, handling conflict with blunt force and zero hesitation. With a crowbar in hand and righteous fury in her heart, Marie is the archetypal fire sign matriarch — unyielding, fearless, and unrepentant.
Her brand of justice may be brutal, but it’s undeniably loyal, seen clearly when she adopts Ashtray after the toddler is abandoned as payment for drugs. Aries are known for being quick to anger but just as quick to defend those they love, and Marie’s violent stand against abuse is a scorching example of that protective streak. She doesn’t overthink; she acts.
And it’s that raw, untamed instinct that defines her as a textbook Aries. Honorable Aries nod to Ansel Pierce — aka the guy handling his business on the toilet in the Season 2 opener — for his gutsy and unfiltered commitment to just doing his thing.
Taurus: Kat Hernandez
Kat Hernandez, brought to life by Barbie Ferreira, checks every Taurus box with her indulgent lifestyle, stylish presence, and unwavering self-value. Ruled by Venus, this earth sign finds comfort in sensual pleasures and aesthetic power — two things Kat wields like armor.
From penning saucy fan fiction to transforming a scandal into a profitable online dominatrix empire, she channels her inner bull by turning shame into control, and control into comfort. Her journey is a modern Taurus tale: turning emotional chaos into financial success while redecorating her wardrobe along the way.
Kat doesn’t just chase money — she earns it on her own terms, cloaked in confidence and couture. Even in the face of judgment, she stays grounded, because Taurus energy never compromises on self-worth. Bonus Taurus vibes go to Fez — calm, cool, steady as a rock, and speaking in a tone that feels like weed personified.
Gemini: Ali
Ali, the ever-insightful former addict played by Colman Domingo, walks the dual path of a Gemini with grace and hard-earned wisdom. As someone with layered identities and a silver tongue, Ali uses communication not just as expression, but as salvation.
While some signs suppress their contradictions, Geminis embrace theirs and use them as tools. Ali doesn’t lecture Rue; he mirrors her, offering insight with clarity that only Mercury-ruled minds can muster. His ability to articulate pain and hope in the same breath marks him as a natural Gemini — perceptive, eloquent, and always pushing others to examine both sides of their truth.
His soliloquies are more than speeches; they’re guiding lights for Rue and the audience alike. He teaches without preaching, a rare and precious Gemini trait, all while flipping pancakes and dropping life-altering wisdom in the same scene.
Cancer: Cassie
Cassie Howard, portrayed by Sydney Sweeney, is the emotional high tide of the show — dreamy, heartbroken, and always in search of the kind of love that drowns logic. A classic Cancer, she wears her heart on her sleeve, her cheeks, and sometimes the bathroom floor.
Prone to tears and emotionally charged choices, Cassie craves romantic validation so deeply that even the most toxic suitor feels like salvation. Cancer signs are ruled by the moon and driven by deep need for connection, which explains why Cassie falls hard and fast — and often dangerously.
Her entanglement with Nate isn’t just messy, it’s inevitable for a Cancer, who would rather be devastated with someone than be alone. She’s the living, sobbing embodiment of moonlight melancholia, and every decision she makes drips with longing. Her spiral is painful to watch, but oh-so Cancer.
Leo: Maddy
If there’s one sign born to be seen, it’s Leo — and no one demands the spotlight like Maddy, played by Alexa Demie. Every entrance she makes is a performance, and every outfit a showstopper. Whether she’s exacting revenge with all eyes on her or confidently owning her beauty in front of a mirror, Maddy lives to be adored and feared in equal measure.
Her bravado isn’t just for show — it’s part of her identity. Leos lead with presence, pride, and the kind of fearless confidence that Maddy exudes naturally. Even her conversations are layered in performance, like when she coolly responds “I know” to a compliment — because Leos don’t need validation, they expect it. Her charisma might mask deeper wounds, but like a true lioness, she roars through the pain, unwilling to show weakness even when she’s bleeding.
Virgo: Rue
Rue Bennett, born September 14 and portrayed by Zendaya, is a walking Virgo paradox: sharp and self-aware, yet deeply self-destructive. Virgos are ruled by Mercury, lending them exceptional analytical abilities and a tendency to spiral inward when overwhelmed by imperfection.
Rue’s constant internal monologue — witty, sad, and perceptive — reveals a mind racing with thought and reflection, often to her own detriment. She dissects everyone around her, including herself, in a pursuit to make sense of chaos. Virgos crave order, even in mess, and Rue’s obsessive love for Jules reflects that deep desire to latch onto something stable.
Her destructive choices stem not from malice but from a desperate need to feel whole. It’s Virgo energy at its most tragic — knowing better but doing worse. Her iconic final line in Season 1 proves the point: no one tears down Rue like Rue. Extra Virgo credit to Lexi, Rue’s childhood friend and quiet observer of everyone else’s drama.
Libra: Elliot
Smooth-talking, sharp-dressed, and shrouded in mystery, Elliot is a Libra through and through. Introduced in Season 2 as a catalyst for chaos, Elliot brings balance only in the sense that he tilts the scales and watches what happens. Ruled by Venus and symbolized by the scales of justice, Libras are all about aesthetics, charm, and social finesse — all things Elliot masters instantly.
The chemistry he shares with Rue is electric, but his presence poses a threat to the stability between her and Jules. He’s the kind of Libra that doesn’t just enter a love triangle — he becomes the third side that completes it. Charming yet complicated, Elliot’s lies are wrapped in flirtation and his truths in riddles.
His arrival sets off a chain reaction of personal reckonings, making him the kind of character whose ripple effect is both beautiful and devastating.
Scorpio: Nate
Dark, brooding, and emotionally unhinged, Nate Jacobs — played by Jacob Elordi — channels Scorpio energy like a man possessed. Scorpios are all about power, secrecy, and control, and Nate checks every box with disturbing precision. His need to manipulate and dominate every relationship in his life, from his father to his girlfriends, is rooted in a deep fear of vulnerability.
When cornered, Scorpios either explode or implode — and Nate does both, famously beating himself bloody in a display of internal torment made external. He’s strategic, intense, and emotionally extreme, using fear as a weapon. Yet there’s something hypnotic about him that keeps viewers from looking away. That’s the Scorpio mystique: a blend of danger and allure.
His actions may be reprehensible, but they’re undeniably compelling. Nate is the storm no one wants to be caught in — and yet somehow, we all keep watching.
Sagittarius: Jules
Jules Vaughn, played by Hunter Schafer, is a Sagittarius spirit in glitter eyeliner. Bold, restless, and committed to chasing her own truth, Jules isn’t one for convention or containment. She thrives on exploration, whether it’s romantic, sexual, or emotional.
Sagittarians are ruled by Jupiter, the planet of expansion, and Jules lives in a constant state of forward motion — chasing experiences that push boundaries and offer freedom. From dalliances with older strangers to her whirlwind romance with Rue, Jules is driven by optimism, idealism, and a refusal to be pinned down.
Even her heartbreaks are framed by an underlying belief that there’s something better just ahead. Her spirit says yes to the unknown, no to the ordinary, and maybe to love — as long as it doesn’t cage her. Jules doesn’t just embody Sagittarius energy; she radiates it in every glittery, impulsive step she takes.
Capricorn: Ashtray
Ashtray, the pint-sized drug prodigy with the gravitas of a seasoned gangster, is peak Capricorn. Though still a kid, he’s already grinding like a seasoned adult — managing money, overseeing business deals, and looking out for Fez like a partner, not a child.
Capricorns are known for their early maturity and focus on long-term goals, often forced to grow up fast due to life circumstances. Ashtray’s steely attitude and practical mind reflect that mountain goat spirit — always climbing, always calculating. Despite his youth, he speaks with the blunt honesty of someone twice his age.
“I’m just trying to stack my cash, pay off our mortgage,” he tells Rue — a statement so Capricorn it could be stitched on a throw pillow. He’s not here to dream; he’s here to survive and succeed, even if it means wielding brutal pragmatism before puberty.
Aquarius: Cal Jacobs
Cal Jacobs, the unsettling patriarch portrayed by Eric Dane, is the embodiment of Aquarius duality: progressive ideals on the surface, disturbing secrets beneath. Aquarians are ruled by both Saturn and Uranus, representing structure and rebellion — and Cal’s life is a painful tug-of-war between both.
He presents as the respectable family man, yet lives a hidden life of risky desires and manipulations. Aquarians often mask their emotions under layers of logic and detachment, and Cal’s confession about leading a double life speaks to this split. “I spent my whole life trying to keep this part of me separate,” he says — a quintessential Aquarian struggle between personal truth and societal expectation.
Calculated but unpredictable, Cal is the cold genius of the zodiac at its most dangerous and most tragic. He’s the kind of man who builds a fortress, then poisons the inside of it.
Pisces: Cassie’s Mom
Suze Howard, Cassie’s wine-loving mother played by Alanna Ubach, is the zodiac’s top-tier Pisces representative. In one iconic dinner scene, she blurs the line between nurturing and inappropriate with a slurred, “Did you meet any cute guys in rehab?” Pisces, ruled by Neptune, are known for their escapism, romanticism, and love for emotional indulgence — even when it comes at the cost of reality.
Suze drifts through parenting with a mix of oblivion and half-hearted concern, seeking comfort in boxed wine and oblivion. Her version of care may be flawed, but it’s soaked in a desire to connect, however misdirected. Pisces often get lost in their own fantasies, and Suze’s seems to be one where everything will somehow work itself out if you just pour another glass. Honorable mention to Faye, whose chaotic, love-addicted aura rounds out the Pisces energy with a more destructive twist.
Last Thought
Each “Euphoria” character channels their astrological energy in ways that are both exaggerated and eerily accurate, reflecting not just who they are but why they act the way they do. Whether it’s through fierce loyalty, reckless love, manipulative charm, or quiet strength, the zodiac becomes a lens through which we can understand their chaos. In a show where emotions are always heightened and consequences are rarely predictable, astrology feels less like a gimmick and more like a guidebook.
Victoria Jackson is a passionate astrology writer with a deep appreciation for the cosmic influences that shape our lives. With years of experience studying birth charts, planetary movements, and zodiac traits, she brings a thoughtful and insightful approach to every piece she writes. Victoria is dedicated to helping readers understand themselves and others through the lens of astrology, offering guidance that is both practical and empowering. Whether she's exploring love compatibility, career paths, or personal growth, Victoria believes in using astrology as a tool for self-discovery and connection.