Spotlight On... 888ladies Astrologer Russell Grant!

We find out the insider info about astrology, luck and what makes Russell tick from our favourite mystical man himself

What can the 888ladies do to increase their luck on the site?

Check my monthly forecasts and follow my suggested Best Bingo Strategy. Believe you will be lucky and imagine yourself winning every day. Above all, trust your intuition.

Do you believe in karma, and why?

A belief in astrology is a belief in karma. The birth chart can reveal what has been learned in previous lives and what is yet to be learned or challenges to overcome. But you don't have to believe in reincarnation to believe in karma. Look on it as credits and debits. If you are good to others and are sincere and loving in your intentions, the universe will, at some point in your life, repay this. If you act with malice and your intentions aren't good, you're withdrawing from the universe so you are in debt to it and eventually it will collect.

Do you have any clues on which stars signs will win big at 888ladies in 2009?

February will be a lucky month for Aquarians. The end of April/beginning of May could be good for Arians. A Libran could win big between the 13th and 22nd October.

What are your favourite things about 888ladies bingo?

It's a fun game with some great prizes and a good community atmosphere.

What star sign are you?

Aquarius.

Do you have any lucky charms?

I believe in the power of positive thinking and like to encourage people to take the randomness out of luck by making an effort to help themselves to what they want. For instance, success in a test or interview will depend a lot on how much work and research you put into it beforehand.

How do you find out people's horoscopes - looking at the stars?

I use an ephemeris, which is a collection of tables that show the position of the planets. I then work out how these positions relate to each sun sign or individual birth chart and interpret these through my knowledge and years of astrological experience.

Do you use any other mystical tools like crystal balls and tarot cards?

I do, and these can enhance astrological readings, but aren't necessary for astrology.

What's the biggest popular myth about the world of horoscopes?

That astrology is just the twelve sun signs. Most people know their sun sign and this can be a good starting point for astrological readings - however, a true analysis will take into account the position of the sun, moon and planets at an exact time and date of birth and their relationships with each other.

Which stars signs should the 888ladies team up with for Team Bingo to have the most success and connection with each other?

Each sign should link with their own element for greatest success and connection.
Fire signs are Aries, Leo and Sagittarius
Earth signs are Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn
Water signs are Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces
Air signs are Gemini, Libra and Aquarius

Is there a luckiest day of the week to play bingo?

Any day can be lucky depending on your sign and other aspects of your chart as the planets are moving all the time...

What is your lucky number and why?

13, because in numerology this number breaks down to a 4, which is a number of achievement and success.

What is your favourite thing about telling the 888ladies their horoscopes?

Astrology is a fascinating subject and it's great to be able to share my favourite topic with 888ladies and perhaps bring a little luck and happiness into their lives through my readings.

Russell reveals his predictions for each star sign on 888ladies every month!
Click here to see what this month has in store for you - and keep rubbing those crystal balls!