Beta Geminorum, also known as Pollux, is a bright star located in the constellation Gemini. It is approximately 33.7 light-years away from Earth and is classified as a giant star with a yellow-orange hue. Pollux is the closest giant star to our solar system and has about 1.5 times the mass of the Sun. Pollux is notable for its status as a variable star, meaning its brightness can change over time. It is also known to have at least one confirmed exoplanet, named Pollux b, which orbits the star. This makes Pollux an interesting subject for astronomers studying stellar systems and planetary formation.