John Grisham - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 08, 1955 |
|---|---|
| Age | 70 |
| Birthplace | Jonesboro, Arkansas, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Bestselling author of legal thrillers such as 'The Firm', 'A Time to Kill', and 'The Pelican Brief' |
Intro
John Grisham is an American novelist, attorney, and former politician, best known for his legal thrillers. His books have sold over 300 million copies worldwide and have been translated into more than 40 languages.
Early Life & Background
Grisham grew up in Southaven, Mississippi. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Mississippi State University before attending the University of Mississippi School of Law. He practiced criminal law for nearly a decade and also served in the Mississippi House of Representatives from 1983 to 1990.
Career Highlights
- Publication of his first novel 'A Time to Kill' (1989)
- Breakthrough hit with 'The Firm' (1991), which spent 47 weeks on The New York Times Best Seller list
- Several novels adapted into successful movies, including 'The Firm', 'The Pelican Brief', and 'A Time to Kill'
- Recipient of venerated legal and literary awards, including the Library of Congress Creative Achievement Award for Fiction
Trivia
- Grisham's first manuscript was rejected by 28 publishers before finding a home.
- He is a longtime advocate for criminal justice reform and has written non-fiction works about wrongful convictions.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is John Grisham?
John Grisham is 70 years old.
When was John Grisham born?
John Grisham was born the 8 February 1955.
Where is John Grisham from?
Jonesboro, Arkansas, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About February 8th, 1955, in brief:
- Historical events: Georgy Malenkov resigns from his position as Premier of the Soviet Union, and Nikolai A. Bulganin is appointed as his replacement, marking a significant transition in Soviet political leadership during the Cold War era.
- Day of the week: February 8th, 1955 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Full Moon
- #1 US song: Melody Of Love by Four Aces
- #1 UK song: Softly Softly by Ruby Murray
- Popular movie: Love directed by Gaspar Noé
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