Cover Celebrities born in the Year of the Horse, such as ‘Wuthering Heights’ actress Margot Robbie, are poised to make 2026 their most successful year yet (Photo: Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic/Getty Images)
Celebrities born in the Year of the Horse, such as ‘Wuthering Heights’ actress Margot Robbie, are poised to make 2026 their most successful year yet (Photo: Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic/Getty Images)
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Known for drive, confidence and momentum, these Year of the Horse stars are entering Chinese New Year 2026 with projects and visibility that could define the year ahead
As the Year of the Fire Horse gallops into view on February 17, 2026, a rare cosmic alignment promises to supercharge those born under this dynamic zodiac sign. This once-every-60-years event brings Ma Dao Cheng Gong—achieving success the moment the horse arrives—and places Horse-born celebrities in the cosmic spotlight. From Gen Z stars to living legends, the Year of the Horse is packed with Horse-powered releases that showcase the sign’s hallmark traits: boundless energy, decisive leadership and an unstoppable drive for progress.
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Jenna Ortega: the Water Horse starring in the sci-fi ‘Klara and the Sun’
Born in 2002, Jenna Ortega embodies the Water Horse’s diplomatic elegance. In the Year of the Horse, the Wednesday star kicks off 2026 in Taika Waititi’s Klara and the Sun before headlining J.J. Abrams’ sci-fi blockbuster The Great Beyond, releasing in November 2026. Her ability to navigate diverse roles reflects the Water Horse’s flexibility and charm.
Kristen Stewart: the Metal Horse making her directorial debut
Kristen Stewart demonstrates the Horse’s physical and emotional strength as she releases her long-awaited directorial debut The Chronology of Water, which expanded to wider theatrical release in January 2026. The actress is also reportedly focusing on making films in Europe to maintain artistic freedom, showcasing the Metal Horse’s need for independence.
Margot Robbie: the Metal Horse producing the highly anticipated ‘The Sims’ movie
Margot Robbie’s 1990 Metal Horse trait of decisive leadership is on full display as her production company, LuckyChap Entertainment, spearheads the massive IP adaptations of The Sims and Monopoly. Before that, the Barbie actress stars in the impressionistic Wuthering Heights, hitting theatres on February 13, 2026. Her refusal to be defined by industry standards exemplifies classic Metal Horse energy.
Jennifer Lawrence: the ‘boundless energy’ star returning to ‘The Hunger Games’
Embodying the boundless energy of the Horse, Jennifer Lawrence reprises her role as Katniss Everdeen in the Hunger Games prequel, The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, scheduled for release in November 2026. Most recently seen in Die My Love, her authentic, un-self-effacing nature perfectly captures the Horse’s reluctance to downplay their talents in public spheres.
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The Weeknd: the Metal Horse musician with a final 2026 tour leg
Abel Tesfaye, aka The Weeknd, is using his hardworking Horse nature to wrap up his record-breaking After Hours Til Dawn tour in Lisbon in September 2026, signalling a rebirth from his Weeknd persona. This transformation reflects the Metal Horse’s tendency toward radical shifts when seeking new creative growth.
Halle Berry: the Fire Horse trailblazer starring in ‘The President Is Missing’
Reaching her 60th birthday in the Year of the Horse—her Kanreki, which symbolises rebirth and the completion of a full zodiac cycle—Halle Berry enters her most ambitious phase yet, starring as President Joanna Duncan in the Apple TV+ thriller The President Is Missing. As a 1966 Fire Horse, she embodies the sign’s flamboyant charisma and trail-blazing quality at its most potent.
John Legend: the Earth Horse launching an intimate theatre tour
John Legend is leaning into his dependable Earth Horse nature to mark the 20th anniversary of his landmark debut album, Get Lifted. While his global tour concluded in late 2025, Legend is embarking on a North American solo run, titled An Evening of Songs and Stories, in Spring 2026. This intimate theatre tour features Legend alone at the piano, blending stripped-back performances with personal narratives of his EGOT-winning journey. His steady, grounded approach represents a different type of Horse altogether.
Paul McCartney: the Water Horse legend releasing a new solo album
At age 83, Paul McCartney exemplifies the inexhaustible energy of the Horse. He’s finalising a new studio album for early 2026 and planning live shows in his homeland to match the release. His enduring creative flexibility demonstrates the Water Horse’s elegant, empathetic nature across generations.
Jackie Chan: the Wood Horse icon starring in the dramedy ‘Unexpected Family’
Hollywood legend Jackie Chan began the year with the release of Unexpected Family, which opened in China on January 1, 2026. He is also in active talks for Rush Hour 4, expected to shoot this summer. His inventive blend of action and comedy reflects the Wood Horse’s emphasis on creativity and forward momentum.
After more than a decade in lifestyle media, Clifford has mastered the art of writing seriously about things that are fun—and writing fun things about people who take themselves very seriously. At Tatler Asia, he helped steer its flagship lists, Tatler’s Most Influential and Asia’s Most Stylish. And today, he leads T-Labs, Tatler Asia’s content innovation hub, where he continues the noble pursuit of lifestyle storytelling, spinning stories on wealth, entertainment, necessary style, Hallyu, Hollywood, beauty and more for audiences across Asia.
