20 Famous Scorpio Men: Are They Your Type?

Scorpio men know how to make an impression. This is why they often become famous with little effort at all. They are sensitive, intuitive and talented.

They also seek power in all its forms. Scorpio men frequently enter politics and succeed in business. They may also seek celebrity on stage. They know how to influence others.

Like any Scorpio man, famous Scorpio men tend to polarize. People either love or hate them, but can’t stop thinking or talking about them. Such is their power to mesmerize.

1. Joe Biden (November 20, 1942)

Of the Scorpio men, Joe Biden had an unconventional path compared to many famous Scorpios. Presidential contender and former U.S. Vice President, Biden is known for his work behind the scenes.

While Scorpio men are known for their love of power and control, Biden became best known for his supporting role as Vice President to Barack Obama.

When you understand Scorpio men, you’ll see that they know when it’s time to influence behind the scenes and when it’s time to take center stage. Biden’s career in politics built up to a position of prominence much later in life.

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2. Leonardo DiCaprio (November 11, 1974)

Famous Scorpio personalities are often intense and highly attractive. American actor, producer and environmentalist Leonardo DiCaprio is an example of this.

His career in acting began in childhood on commercials, then TV shows and finally films. His striking appearance and charm as well as ability to portray a diverse variety of roles are all emblematic of a Scorpio’s nature.

Driven, ambitious and able to project whatever image they want to convey. Scorpios are natural actors even when they don’t make it to the big screen.

3. Bill Gates (October 28, 1955)

American businessman, software developer and philanthropist, Bill Gates rose to fame and fortune through his intellect and wit. A very Scorpio path to a perfect Scorpio goal of being famous, wealthy and powerful.

As the founder of Microsoft, Gates succeeded in every Scorpio’s dream, to have a broad reach and influence in as many ways as possible. Most people use his products or do work influenced by them.

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4. Theodore Roosevelt (October 27, 1858)

Famous Scorpios in history include Theodore Roosevelt, was the thirty third President of the United States. He was also Governor of New York and an avid naturalist.

Though he was afflicted with debilitating asthma as a child, he overcame this by pushing himself to the limits physically and adopting strenuous routines. Such is the nature of a Scorpio man.

Scorpios loathe appearing weak or incapacitated and will push their limits to overcome any obstacle on their path. He would become the youngest U.S. president, showing a Scorpio’s potential for power and leadership.

5. Joaquin Phoenix (October 28, 1974)

Award winning actor, environmentalist, animal rights activist and producer, Phoenix began his acting career at a young age. He still continues to push boundaries with his edgy roles, such as the lead in the controversial 2019 film Joker.

Phoenix became vegan at age three, demonstrating the extreme willpower Scorpios can have when they believe in something. He continues to use his platform to draw attention to important issues.

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6. Charles Manson (November 12, 1934)

If you know the truth about a Scorpio man, you know they have a dark side. Many can suppress it. Others, gifted at mental manipulation, can provoke those around them to do their bidding.

Such is the case with Charles Manson. American cult leader, Manson is known for creating a commune in the late 1960s which he used to indoctrinate his followers into extreme ideology.

His manipulation extended so far as to inciting his followers to commit murder. Though not all Scorpio men are this extreme, Manson exemplifies the Scorpio trait of being able to influence others.

7. Martin Scorsese (November 17, 1942)

Scorpio men know how to make an impression, and most famous Scorpios use their power for good. Like Martin Scorsese, who uses his gifts for getting into the subconscious of others to create films that have a powerful impact.

Director, film writer and actor, Scorsese is considered one of the most prominent and influential in the history of film. Like a typical Scorpio man, he doesn’t shy away from dramatic portrayals of violence or controversial subject matter.

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8. Bryan Stevenson (November 14, 1959)

Scorpio men are fascinated with power, but not all Scorpios want power just for themselves. Bryan Stevenson, activist and attorney and founder of the Equal Justice Initiative, is one example.

His work seeks to expose the truth about race issues in America and empower those who have been marginalized. He has worked to advocate for people on death row, often exposing errors in the legal proceedings.

This is in line with a Scorpio man’s ability to unearth the truth, confront powerful systems and empower those who have been disenfranchised.

9. Pablo Picasso (October 25, 1881)

Spanish artist Pablo Picasso is best known for his cubist paintings. Yet he was also a prolific sculptor, ceramicist, printmaker and theater set designer. His broad array of talents in the arts is emblematic of a Scorpio man’s aptitude to excel.

When Scorpios realize a talent, they develop it to the fullest. They then seek to expand into every relevant channel possible. Like Picasso, Scorpios seldom excel in just one medium.

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10. Jawaharlal Nehru (November 14, 1889)

Among the famous Scorpio personalities, Indian Jawaharlal Nehru comes to mind. Among Indian Scorpios, politician and former Prime Minister, Nehru was also an activist for independence.

His career began as a lawyer as well but he quickly rose to prominence in the midst of the struggle for independence. He lead the Indian National Congress in pursuit of independence from the British Raj and later became the first Prime Minister.

Thus, he also demonstrates the intensity with which Scorpio men will fight for what they believe in. Like a typical Scorpio man, he followed a calling to lead during a time of transition.

11. Warren Harding (November 2, 1865)

The twenty ninth President of the United States, Warren Harding was also a Scorpio man. If you’ve ever had a falling out with a Scorpio man, you know they expect you to come to them.

This was actually Harding’s winning strategy. When he was campaigning, he made himself accessible through a front-porch campaigning style. Yet instead of touring the country, he invited others to come to meet with him.

Although he seemed to be a long shot at first, he won in a landslide victory promising a return to normalcy after the trauma of the first World War.

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12. Leon Trotsky (November 7, 1879)

Not every Scorpio is focused on peace after a time of upheaval. Trotsky, a Russian revolutionary and political theorist, is an example. He developed an ideology expanding on Marxism known as Trotskyism.

Openly critical of Stalin, Trotsky was eventually removed from his role as leader of the Red Army and later banished from the country. Not everyone would have the temerity to openly criticize Stalin, though a Scorpio man fears no one.

13. Jack Dorsey (November 19, 1976)

American technological entrepreneur and philanthropist Jack Dorsey is one of a handful of game changers when it comes to innovation. Co-Founder and CEO of Twitter and also Square payment system, Dorsey is a typical Scorpio.

Many famous Scorpios, male and female celebrities both feature among the ranks of those who make notable contributions as innovators and not just business owners. This is true of Dorsey.

He is responsible for creating systems that empower people to make and receive payments for business transactions and also harnessed the popularity of social media to create one a powerful platform. Both reflective of Scorpio interests.

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14. James Garfield (November 19, 1831)

Former Union Army Major General and twentieth president of the United States, Garfield is the only president elected from the House of Representatives.

Typical for a Scorpio man, he did not actively seek election and was chosen as a delegate during the 1880 Republican Convention. Sometimes Scorpio men seek power, but inevitably Scorpios rise to power even passively.

He was a moderate supporter of Civil Rights during Reconstruction and also sought reforms to Civil Service processes. As a typical Scorpio, he had strong opinions and was known as a gifted speaker.

15. Martin Luther (November 10, 1483)

Scorpio men aren’t afraid to speak truth to power. Even an institution as powerful as the Roman Catholic Church. Martin Luther, Monk, theologian, writer and founder of the Lutheran religion, is an example.

Scorpios can be a downer sometimes, challenging the status quo in a way that makes people feel uncomfortable. It’s easy to imagine this is how many people felt when Luther challenged the idea that salvation can be “earned” by good deeds.

Instead, he taught that salvation is a matter of faith and is up to God, not man, to decide. Though threatening to the power structure at the time, Luther found sufficient followers who agreed with his critiques of the Catholic Church.

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16. Carl Sagan (November 9, 1934)

What attracts Scorpio men to their crusades can be a desire to challenge authority or simply a desire to know the truth. Carl Sagan, American astronomer, astrophysicist, planetary scientist, astrobiologist author and educator is an example.

Sagan published over six hundred papers on scientific topics. He’s known for his rigorous devotion to facts and observation. He also loved helping to build understanding both on Earth and beyond. He sent the first physical messages into space.

These messages are said to be decipherable by any extraterrestrial life forms. In his search for truth and connection both on Earth and beyond, Sagan embodies a typical Scorpio man.

17. Joseph McCarthy (November 14, 1908)

Sometimes a Scorpio man’s desire for truth leads him to question reality and embrace conspiracies. He can become paranoid when this happens. Such was the case for Joseph McCarthy.

American politician and senator, McCarthy became obsessed with the mid-twentieth century movement to stamp out communist ideology. So much so, that his name is now synonymous with the modern “witch hunt” that ensued.

McCarthy interrogated countless celebrities, politicians and those who challenged the government on the allegation that they were engaging in subversive communist activity.

Of all the Scorpio man traits, his paranoia, as demonstrated by McCarthy, can be one of the most destructive. McCarthy’s successful career will forever be tainted by his involvement in anti-communist hearings.

18. Albert Camus (November 7, 1913)

A Scorpio man’s appearance on a list of influential authors and writers is no surprise. Intelligent, witty, insightful and intuitive, Scorpio men know how to captivate a reader’s attention.

Such is the case with Albert Camus, French-Algerian philosopher, author and journalist and winner of the Nobel Peace Prize in Literature.

Camus most famous novel, Plague, is a work of social criticism raising deeper moral questions. Scorpio men are deep thinkers and know how to provoke such reflection in others.

19. Mohammed Reza Pahlavi (October 26, 1919)

Iranian Shah or King, was the last ruler to hold this title prior to this country’s revolution. Scorpio men have a way of ushering transition and transformation whether they intend to or not.

This can be seen in Pahlavi’s role as the last in a line of rulers prior to a dramatic change in government. His goal was to create a “Great Civilization” in Iran. During his rule, he promoted rapid industrialization.

This is typical of a Scorpio man as well as he will want to empower not only himself but the society or country he’s affiliated with.

20. Kurt Vonnegut (November 11, 1922)

Another Scorpio man to make his mark on the literary landscape was Kurt Vonnegut. American writer and author, Vonnegut had a prolific career.

Though he wrote plays, nonfiction and fiction, his best known work is Slaughterhouse Five, a Satirical novel. Satire is a Scorpio man’s secret weapon and he has a gift for using this style. Social commentary, dark humor and wit are all traits common to Scorpio men.