This is a dear combination -- the Leo man and Cancer woman. Leos love to "marry down," and the femininity of the typical Cancer woman will bring out the very best in his royal heart. Leo is at his best as the defender of the weak. Chivalry is very much alive and well in Leo-land and most Cancer women genuinely crave this fatherly figure. These two will be exceptionally patient with one another, very affectionate and cuddly, and they will both be very devoted to their home. This is a great combination.
How to Attract a Cancer Woman as a Leo Man: If you want to attract a Cancer woman, do all the romantic things you love to do so much. This is the lady who begs for you to open the door for her, buy her popcorn at the movie, and send her flowers on Valentine's Day. Old-fashioned is best, so you can brush up your code of chivalry and let it shine. She wants you to go ahead of her in the cafeteria. She wants you to get the creditors off her back. Yes, she even wants you to put your coat down over the puddles so she can keep her pretty little feet dry.
How to Attract a Leo Man as a Cancer Woman: If you want to attract a Leo man, be the feminine moonlight creature that you are. Keep on your tuffet and don't lift a finger as the gallant hero impresses you with his courtly behavior. Your job -- if you decide to take it -- is to be the perfect audience. As long as your appreciation is genuinely forthcoming, he will continue to walk on water for you. After all, he's been waiting for this chance his whole life. He is not fond of the "modern" woman and her independent viewpoint. He wants to provide and protect, and he will proudly profess that you are his woman. Be still my beating heart.
Degree of Romance: Leo
Degree of Passion: A Cancer woman is likely to bring out every ounce of passion in a Leo man. The lion is an esoteric symbol for eroticism and prowess.
Degree of Friendship: These two can be great friends for they bring out the best in each other. Together they make a fortress against the cold cruel world. Cancer woman and Leo man find solace in the warmth of each other's love. This couple appreciates that they are much stronger together than each is one alone.
Degree of Marriage: This is an ideal couple for marriage. They follow strict gender lines. Both parties nest and take responsibility for offspring together. They make committed and devoted parents, patient and looving partners.
Progression of Relationship: Who, who, who wrote the book of love? It was certainly a Leo, and he won't miss a moment following the pages in the book properly. He's been waiting all his life for someone worthy of his devotion and he has found her.
Sex: We vote this couple most likely to be truly monogamous. They are likely to enjoy very fulfilling marital sex and will have no reason to stray. Sex between the Leo man and Cancer woman may be conventional, but it's the real thing. Through their sexuality they express loyalty, devotion, passion, and heart-warming tenderness.
When It’s Over: It's not likely that this will end, but if it does, Leo will be gallant as always. He will patiently explain to her why it has to end, dry her tears, comfort her, and continue to provide for her as he reluctantly does his duty.
Our Rating: 10/10

#1 by Maggie on October 16th, 2009
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Oh, so just be hopeless and co dependent? Maybe this is true. Sorry, but its a good thing to be independent and not have a relationship where its so one sided- and you have to be the constant admirer? I don’t sound like a cancer, but I am!
#2 by Maggie on October 16th, 2009
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Sorry, I meant to say helpless and co dependent. I think its just maybe too hard to be able to trust again in general. Interesting to see the similarities in our personality traits though.
#3 by nancy on October 18th, 2009
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Now you sound like a Cancer — it is hard to learn to trust again. Moon girls can get so hurt. Leo is a good bet, though. Take it slowly and make him win your trust.
#4 by antoinette on November 20th, 2009
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I can truly attest to this. I myself are am a Cancer my boyfriend is a Leo and he spoils me like no other. He’s still dangerous and whatnot, but he makes me feel comfortable to be myself. He gave me the opportunity to trust and love again. And that’s something I’ve been waiting for for a long time. I do believe we are perfect for each other because we have the same backgrounds and understand each other so well.
#5 by nancy on November 27th, 2009
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Isn’t it wonderful, Antoinette. Best of luck to you and your Leo bf.
#6 by Delight23 on March 28th, 2010
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STALKERS!!!! Most recent ex is a Leo. Nothing conventional about the sex, very passionate indeed. But the jealousy was by no means cute and very tiresome. Insecure little creature(s).
King of the jungle my eye. Until you get a real look at what’s under the crown. And yes I was spoiled materialistically speaking. whoopty-do! what are “things”?
#7 by Leo on April 8th, 2010
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Leo’s are extremely prideful, but as a Leo man i can say we might be a little attached to relationships, especially when we don’t want them to end, my cancer gf broke up w/ me & we weren’t together long, but it brought me to the point where i didn’t stalk her but just didn’t want to let her go because everything was going so well between us; Leo man/cancer woman = Good times; while they last.
#8 by cancer woman on April 18th, 2010
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Ive dated a leo and he was the sweetest guy i ever met,but this new leo guy i met seems generous but doesnt call me as much and we barely talk … its driving me crazy but i refuse to let him know my feelings as much as im dying to see him again i just cant find it in myself and i wish i could jus get the show on the road but i dont know if hes feeling the same way. Our first time together was crazy and he said he liked me and said he didnt want a relationship yet and he wants to see how it goes but i do really like this man and ugh im more than attracted lol help!
#9 by shanice on May 10th, 2010
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I’ve been friends with this Leo guy for about 4 or 5 years now. He’s always telling me how we should be together and things like that. As a Cancer I’m naturally suspicious of anything and everything lol. But he spoils me and we’re not even together. I have a lot of self-esteem issues and he’s constantly telling me I’m beautiful the way I am. Hopefully, I’m able to get over my trust issues and give it a try.
#10 by kacee on June 5th, 2010
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i recently met the most amazing man at first i put up a fight i didnt want to meet him in person he was very pushy and clammed he just knew we were perfect for each other that scarred me alottttt after finally giving in and meeting all though we have not known each other long i cant emagine my life with him as he is in the military we dont get to see each other as much as id like for the first time i value every second with this man no matter what it is we do its hard for a man to earn respect from me but some how hes the first to do so i can only hope that this ill be ever lasting and if not i know that for once ive loved wih my whole heart and received the same in return nothing less
#11 by Moonba on June 8th, 2010
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I dated a Leo for 5 years. He was verbally and physically abusive. He blamed me for EVERYTHING even if it was HIS fault. He belittled me, made me feel stupid and as a Cancer, I stayed longer than I should have. I did a LOT for him! I made his coffee, made his tea, kept a clean house, listened to his rants and raves, put up with his crap, fed him, fu*ked him, stood up for him only to be punched in the face, choked, head-butted, thrown across the room and called names.
I disregarded the red flags early in our relationship: No relationship with his mother (he’s bad mouthed her quite a lot), very secretive (found out he had a daughter he lied to me about) and was quite the con-man…I mean, “very persuasive.”
Yeah, I laughed and felt loved at times, but his temper was too much to bear when I didn’t deserve it. I also have a Gemini rising so I’m very outspoken, but I felt more “Cancery” with him because I was afraid to speak my mind (in fear of getting hit).
To all my Cancer friends…DO NOT, I repeat, DO NOT make your own set of rules with this man. He will break you down and make you play by his rules because “his rules” are the “right way” and the “only way.”
This may be an isolated case, but I probably won’t ever date another Leo man after this! EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
#12 by Betty on June 12th, 2010
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I’ve been in love with a leo for 27 years. I am a cancer of course. The problem is we were and still are both in a marriage that we were and are not happy in and we found each other to late. We have talked all these years and he would always tell me, we will be together someday. We both have 2 grown children now and I have come to realize that I made a mistake 27 years ago and should have gone with him when he asked. I spoke with him about it and we are going to meet. I don’t know if it will be to say goodbye or hello. I’m scared, I don’t know what to expect. I do know one thing though, everything that I read above is true of us. I am not insecure or have confidence problems, we just were the perfect balance for each other and I really miss that and miss him very much. We both have put our children first but are still in loveless marriages. We don’t want to hurt our kids. HELP!!!
#13 by nancy on June 12th, 2010
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@Betty
I hope someday you two can find a way to be together .
#14 by nancy on June 12th, 2010
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#15 by Rose on June 15th, 2010
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I was set up on a blind date with a Leo man. From the moment we met, the connection was amazing. It is true about allowing a Leo man to be just that a Man of all Men. After 3 dates, I decided to plan a date that ended badly, due to my stubborn pride. I offended him and he has not been the same since. He returns my texts but does not initiate them anymore. I feel as if I’ve lost out on a wonderful opportunity with an amazing partner. Shall I pursue him? Shall I give him his space? Its been 2 weeks.
Help!!
#16 by Rori on June 21st, 2010
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This is so true! Every word of it. I’m a cancer woman and never thought anyone would truly understand me until I met a Leo man. We work so well together. He had all the traits and attributes I had been looking for!
#17 by Alysia on July 14th, 2010
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I am a true cancer, that is “an emotional basket case”, a nurturer, a hopeless romantic. I spent 2 years with a Leo and I wanted to get engaged but he wasn’t ready. I pushed him away. After 3 months completely apart, we decided to date casually and try to work it out because we were both still as much in love with eachother as the day we first said it out loud. During this time of dating we were not exclusive, he was dumb and irresponsible, and now…. well now he has a baby due the end of this month. He is such a good man with old fashioned values that he is living with her even though they are not truly compatible. I admire his intentions, but he and I both know we are supposed to be together. We have said it out loud even since he’s moved in with her. I have backed off to try and let it work out for them, but I miss him like crazy =( he’s supposed to be my husband and no one else will do.
#18 by Ty on July 23rd, 2010
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I’m a Leo guy, I just met a Cancer girl and yes the connection is great, I gave her my name on facebook & e-mail, she didn’t add me yet it’s 9:20AM here and we met last night so let’s see how it goes
but yea i just wanted to say i really felt it and i know she did too
#19 by Ebony on July 25th, 2010
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I am Deeply and passionately in LOVE with an amazing Leo man. He is everyhting that I have ever dreamed for and old fashioned but in a romantic way. He also has a lot of scorpio and sag in his chart where I a cancer sun pisces rising sag moon, find him to be the yang to my yin. and Best of all he gives me time to come out of my shell and be myself taking in and loving everything I do and say….Simply Beautiful….
#20 by Grace on August 9th, 2010
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I am a cancer woman married to a leo man and this describes exactly what our relationship is like. He is chivalrous, romantic, take charge and spoils me a lot. I am a typical cancer woman very feminine and he adores that in me. He only requires a show of my appreciation and that makes his day. This is the best relationship ever! He’s a great father (Protector) and I am a great mother (Nurturer), our kids have the best of us.
#21 by Laura on August 11th, 2010
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I am madly in love with a Leo man. I don’t understand why some of these comments have to belittle and berrate. For starters, everyone is different. People of the same sign do have similarities, but that doesn’t necessarily mean thy are precise carbon-copies of eachother. I’m very sorry to hear about the abusive leo, but that isn’t the leo I pulled out of a hat. I’m not a codependant person, but I must admit that I enjoy his need to “wear the pants” so to speak. He is very chivalrous, and I am very old fashioned. I have a job and my own car, but when we go out together, we take his car. He says that he is the man and the man drives. I love it! In any other aspect of life, I’m very straight forward and do not allow people to think they can tell me what to do. He can. Because it’s sexy.
#22 by Ashibba on August 18th, 2010
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i have just fallen in love with a leo man, i am a cancer woman of course. what i just read here is so true! He likes to make comments like ” you make me feel like a man”… i guess i am too feminine for him to say that and he adores it. i do give him his place and he adores being treated like a man and in turn is so romantic, caring and loving towards me. he is such a God Send! i would want to get separated from him in my lifetime! he even tells his friends that i am a perfect match for him, he wouldn’t want to lose me and we have great sex! he says i bring his manhood and sex drive out and thats why i feel so sexually connected to him and of course he is so great in bed!
#23 by Ashibba on August 18th, 2010
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#24 by Ashibba on August 18th, 2010
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i meant.. i wouldn’t want to get seperated from him!
#25 by Nathan on August 22nd, 2010
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I’m a Leo man, and I just broke up with a Cancer woman after 2 years. She was also my first successful love and foreign!! Her name was Puhan and she was from China. EXOTIC!
Anyway, We’re both young 20 year-olds, so we still have much to learn and experience, but let me tell you, those 2 years had some of the best memories of my life. Now, I’m not gonna say that this Zodiac reading is ENTIRELY accurate (because what Zodiac reading is, right?), especially since there was a huge culture difference with her being Chinese and me, American. However, I will definitely give you a good 85-90%, Nancy! Good show.
Now, for all those interested, short story time!! It was basically one big chick flick at the start. She had a mentally abusive ex-boyfriend who was angry-crazy and stalkerish and got pissed when we started dating. He threatened to do stuff, like kill me (for serious…), so being insecure, she messed with him a bit and then broke with me and went with him, although she was crying during the obligatory “why?” conversation on the phone, lol. Now, being my Leo self, I noticed her emotions in turmoil and I grant second chances easily as well as protect those who need it.
So LONG story short, over the course of a month or two, I was able to give her the confidence to break up with him by being a sort of a secret lover (Leo Drama FTW!!). She was incredibly brave risking her own safety. She really did have a good heart. So I gave her the time she needed and never pushed or gave her an ultimatum, but man, when her moon finally shined and she gave him the big “F.U. You can’t abuse and control me!!” DAYUM. That set her mind in stone.
Then, because he was a stalker coward who couldn’t face me up front but freely yelled at her when I wasn’t around (can’t imagine why, I’m a skinny frail white gamer, lol), he stayed hidden until we went off to college. Then he verbally assaulted her and tried to trick me into thinking they had sex before she left for China (which she does in the summer). Puhan basically said to me “I can’t stand him. I deleted his messages, and you have my permission to tear him a new one…” I gladly obliged and did so through FB (he started it. I always act in defense). He then dropped off the radar.
2 years of awesome follow.
and THAT’S our chick flick story, lol. She grew to be a much more confident and independent woman, and I love her for becoming strong.
And our break-up? Probably the most peaceful and tender breakup ever. She simply fell out of love when she was in China, because that’s what young people do when far away from each other. Throw in culture difference and contradicting future goals, and it was sorta a semi-mutual parting of ways. No anger, hate, or antagonism. Actually, we’re still incredibly fond of each other’s company.
Hell, I even drove her back to our college town (same college) to her apartment because I’m a gentleman like that. We went out and had lunch, remembered our time together, kissed a little, and parted ways.
She is now a much stronger woman than before, and I had my first Asian GF! Win-Win! LOL….and I’m going to miss her. But you know…if she is happier, I wouldn’t have it another way. Like I said, we still have feelings, just…concluding ones.
But you can bet that if her ex shows up again (not me, the other guy, lol) or she falls in with another abuser, I’ll be one of the first to come to the rescue. That is…if she doesn’t mess him up first. She’s a strong, independent Cancer with some Leo fire in her eyes now. Plus, she’s Chinese. It’s a fact that they all know Kung-Fu….ALL OF THEM.
oh well. As is life. I’m a full supporter of LeoxCancer.
#26 by Nathan on August 22nd, 2010
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^wow…I’m so sorry, Nancy, for cluttering your message board. I unintentionally talk waaaay too much when I tell a story.
#27 by Nathan on August 22nd, 2010
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and sorry for all the grammar mistakes. It’s late. I hope my story is coherent to people, lol.
#28 by nancy on August 22nd, 2010
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@Nathan True Leo all the way, especially “because I’m a gentleman like that.”
#29 by Nathan on August 22nd, 2010
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damn straight
#30 by nancy on August 22nd, 2010
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@Nathan If only you were in your forties, not twenties <3
#31 by GT on September 1st, 2010
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I am a Leo man… was married to a Cancer woman…
Truth to be told, the love was truly beautiful while it lasted. She was loving and always giving… but very stubborn…
I guess I was quite easily jealous and possessive… and that drove her nuts… and made me more angry when she was out with other guys even though they were just friends…
Though we tried to work our differences… our stubbornness got the better… and we parted after only 7 months of marriage… I guess like Nathan… distance will truly ruin any relationship, for she was frm another country too… But speaking of her… it is annoying that she see other guys too while being in a relationship…
I guess my pride got the better of me when I refused to back down on one particular argument and that finally led to the parting…
In the end, it wasn’t me who initiated the parting as it was such a waste when the time together was so beautiful…
I just accepted her decisions as it came…
Sometimes, I have this slight feeling that she was with someone while we were apart… it is still driving me nuts till today…