As per our current Database, Franklin Chang Diaz is still alive (as per Wikipedia, Last update: May 10, 2020).
Currently, Franklin Chang Diaz is 74 years, 0 months and 23 days old. Franklin Chang Diaz will celebrate 75rd birthday on a Saturday 5th of April 2025. Below we countdown to Franklin Chang Diaz upcoming birthday.
| Popular As | Franklin Chang Diaz |
| Occupation | Astronaut |
| Age | 74 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries |
| Born | April 5, 1950 (San Jose, Costa Rica) |
| Birthday | April 5 |
| Town/City | San Jose, Costa Rica |
| Nationality | Costa Rica |
Franklin Chang Diaz’s zodiac sign is Aries. According to astrologers, the presence of Aries always marks the beginning of something energetic and turbulent. They are continuously looking for dynamic, speed and competition, always being the first in everything - from work to social gatherings. Thanks to its ruling planet Mars and the fact it belongs to the element of Fire (just like Leo and Sagittarius), Aries is one of the most active zodiac signs. It is in their nature to take action, sometimes before they think about it well.
Franklin Chang Diaz was born in the Year of the Tiger. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Tiger are authoritative, self-possessed, have strong leadership qualities, are charming, ambitious, courageous, warm-hearted, highly seductive, moody, intense, and they’re ready to pounce at any time. Compatible with Horse or Dog.
Costa Rican Engineer, Physicist, and Astronaut most recognized for being the CEO of Ad Astra Rocket Company.
In 1973, he graduated from the University of Connecticut with a degree in Mechanical Engineering.
He was the first naturalized US citizen to become an Astronaut.
He was born in San José, Costa Rica. In 1984, he married Peggy Marguerite Doncaster. He and Peggy have four daughters named Sonia, Jean, Miranda and Lidia.
He and scientist Karel Bossart completed graduate programs at MIT.
