Discover the 8 Brightest Stars That Light Up the Night Sky

Sirius (Alpha Canis Majoris) – The brightest star visible from Earth, part of the Canis Major constellation, often called the "Dog Star.

Canopus (Alpha Carinae) – The second-brightest star, located in the Carina constellation, known for its distinct yellow-white hue.

Arcturus (Alpha Boötis) – A giant orange star in the Boötes constellation, it's one of the brightest stars in the northern hemisphere.

Alpha Centauri (Alpha Centauri) – The closest star system to Earth, it includes Proxima Centauri and is notable for its brightness in the Centaurus constellation.

Vega (Alpha Lyrae) – A prominent star in the Lyra constellation, it's one of the brightest stars in the northern sky and part of the Summer Triangle.

Capella (Alpha Aurigae) – Located in the Auriga constellation, Capella is a bright yellow giant star and one of the brightest in the northern hemisphere.

Rigel (Beta Orionis) – A blue supergiant star in the Orion constellation, Rigel is known for its intense brightness and distinct blue color.

Procyon (Alpha Canis Minoris) – The brightest star in the Canis Minor constellation, it shines with a white-blue hue and is part of the Winter Triangle.