Ra (Rahu) period (1941-1959) This covered his teenage years and early adulthood Dropped out of school in 1954 at age 17 Joined the Air Force in 1954 Ju (Jupiter) period (1959-1975) Major career breakthrough period Started developing his signature comedic style Released first album "Take-Offs and Put-Ons" in 1967 Created his famous "Seven Words" routine in early 1970s The FCC case regarding his "Seven Words" routine occurred in 1973 Sa (Saturn) period (1975-1994) Period of established success and maturity in his career Regular HBO specials began in this period Played Rufus in "Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure" (1989) Me (Mercury) period (1994-2011) Later career renaissance Continued prolific output of comedy specials Published several books Received Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in 2008 Passed away in 2008