What do the stars say about the social climbers, schemers, and dreamers of The Gilded Age? Quite a lot, as it turns out.

In time for its fourth season renewal, we’ve matched each zodiac sign with the character who we think most embodies its celestial quirks – from Bertha Russell’s Capricornian conquest of Fifth Avenue to Oscar van Rhijn’s Scorpio secrets.

Capricorn: Bertha Russell

Bertha's pure Capricorn – and not just because she climbs the social ladder like it’s the Alps in heels. Fiercely ambitious, ruthlessly strategic, and laser-focused on her goals, Bertha doesn’t wait for permission – she builds the door, the house, and then throws the party of the season inside it. Her love for her family runs deep, but so does her belief that power is earned, not inherited

Taurus: George Russell

George is giving off strong Taurus energy to us: solid, loyal, and absolutely unstoppable once he sets his sights on something. As a railroad tycoon, he’s built his empire with sheer persistence and nerves of steel, but beneath all that power is a deeply devoted husband and father who values stability, beauty, and control. Like a true Taurus, George doesn’t bluff. He may be charming at dinner, but in business? He’s the bull in the boardroom.

Aquarius: Marian Brook

Marian Brook is the quintessential Aquarian – an independent thinker with a quiet rebellious streak. Idealistic, progressive, and often at odds with the rigid expectations of old-money society, Marian constantly questions the rules she's expected to follow. From her immediate friendship with Peggy Scott to her willingness to challenge Aunt Agnes’s harsh social views, she leads with empathy and a strong sense of justice. Like a true Aquarius, Marian values personal freedom and moral conviction over tradition, even when it lands her in trouble.

Virgo: Peggy Scott

Peggy gives us big Virgo vibes. She’s smart, grounded, and always ten steps ahead – but in the most understated way. Whether she’s handling drama at work or dealing with a complicated past, Peggy stays calm, collected, and fiercely principled. She’s the kind of person who keeps it together when everything’s falling apart, and somehow still manages to write beautifully about it. Classic Virgo: sharp mind, strong morals, and zero time for nonsense.

Pisces: Gladys Vere

Peak Pisces energy comes to us in the form of Gladys – romantic, sensitive, dreamy, and often caught between her heart and the harsh realities around her. Raised in a gilded cage under Bertha’s iron will, Gladys longs for love and freedom, not titles and social strategies. She’s empathetic and emotional, with a quiet depth that makes her feel things deeply – even when no one around her seems to notice. Like a true Pisces, she gets swept up in love stories, only to crash against the rocks of expectation.

Leo: Larry Russell

Larry just radiates Leo energy – charming, confident, and born with a spotlight on him. He’s the golden boy of the Russell family, gliding through social circles with a smile that opens doors and a wardrobe that turns heads. Larry doesn’t just want success, he wants to be seen doing it in style. Creative, warm, and just rebellious enough to intrigue, he’s a Leo through and through: equal parts heart, ego, and charisma.

Gemini: Maud Beaton

Maud Beaton? Oh, she’s giving Gemini energy all day long. Charming, clever, and just mysterious enough to keep everyone guessing, Maud knows how to work a room – and a reputation. With her Parisian backstory, whispered rumours, and quick wit, she walks the line between high society and high drama like a pro. Whether she’s dazzling Oscar van Rhijn or dodging questions about her past, Maud’s got that signature Gemini sparkle: always interesting, a little unpredictable, and never quite what she seems.

Aries: Agnes van Rhijn

Agnes van Rhijn is the ultimate Aries – sharp, commanding, and never one to bite her tongue. She doesn't tiptoe around opinions, and with her iron will and scorching one-liners, Agnes is a force of nature. She thrives on control, defends her family with ruthless devotion, and doesn’t suffer fools – especially not in her parlour.

Scorpio: Oscar van Rhijn

Oscar is the embodiment of a Scorpio – complex, charismatic, calculating, and carrying enough secrets to make a Victorian novelist blush. On the surface, he’s polished and witty, the charming old-money bachelor with a sly smile and sharp suit. But underneath, he’s a web of hidden motives, intense desires, and emotional armour. Whether he’s pursuing a strategic marriage, navigating forbidden love, or spinning society’s expectations to his advantage, Oscar plays the long game with Scorpio-level precision.

Libra: Tom Raikes

Tom is a classic Libra – charming, smooth-talking, and just a little too good at keeping everyone happy until the scales tip. With his polite manners, dashing ambition, and carefully curated connections, he knows how to read a room and work it to his advantage. Tom presents himself as the picture of romance and integrity, but there’s always a question of motive just beneath the surface. Like many Libras, he struggles with commitment – not emotionally, but ethically – and ends up choosing comfort over conviction.

Libra: Aurora Fane

Aurora is another classic Libra: charm first, strategy always. She smiles through fundraisers she secretly despises, refuses a ballroom just to keep the peace (or the illusion of it), then brokers social truces. Balanced? Sure – if you mean gracefully walking the tightrope between Aunt Agnes and the Russells. She's not indecisive; she’s just playing every side.

Cancer: Ada Forte

Ada Forte is a gentle soul with the heart of a Cancer. Warm, nurturing, and quietly wise, she’s the emotional glue holding the Brook–van Rhijn household together. She leads with kindness rather than command, offering support, love, and moral grounding to those around her – especially Marian. And, like a true Cancer, she’s deeply sentimental, values family above all, and possesses a quiet strength that often goes unnoticed.

Sagittarius: Mrs. Fish (Mamie Fish)

Mrs. Fish is the chaos-loving, truth-telling Sagittarius that gilded age society didn’t ask for but absolutely deserves. She’s funny, blunt, and just irreverent enough to scandalise her dinner guests while keeping them coming back for more. With a razor-sharp wit and a thirst for amusement, she pokes at social pomp with a smile. Like a classic Sag, she lives for the story – and if there’s a little drama along the way, all the better.