Mercury Dasha (1954-1971) Whitney was born during this dasha on August 9, 1963. Mercury represents communication, singing, and intellectual development, which could explain her early start in music. Ketu Dasha (1971-1978) Ketu is often associated with detachment and spirituality. Whitney likely experienced some childhood influences, spiritual inclinations, and foundational experiences during this period. She started singing in the church at a young age. Venus Dasha (1978-1998) Venus is the planet of music, beauty, luxury, and fame. This period marked Whitney’s rise to international fame: 1985: Released her debut album Whitney Houston, which became a massive success. 1987: Her second album Whitney became the first album by a female artist to debut at number one on the Billboard 200. 1992: Starred in The Bodyguard and recorded "I Will Always Love You," which became one of the best-selling singles of all time. Venus played a strong role in elevating her to a global superstar level. Sun Dasha (1998-2004) The Sun relates to self-expression and leadership but can also bring challenges to one’s image. During this time, Whitney faced both professional highs and personal struggles: There were reports of drug use and erratic behavior that began to surface in the late 1990s. Despite this, she released her album My Love Is Your Love in 1998, which was commercially successful. However, her personal challenges continued to impact her career and public image. Moon Dasha (2004-2014) The Moon represents emotions, the mind, and family life. This period was challenging for Whitney, especially concerning her emotional and mental well-being: 2006: Filed for divorce from Bobby Brown. 2009: Released her final studio album I Look to You, which signaled a comeback attempt. Sadly, this dasha ended with her passing on February 11, 2012, during the Moon-Moon sub-dasha.