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James Patterson

James Patterson - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornMarch 22, 1947
Age79
BirthplaceNewburgh, New York, USA
Zodiac SignAries - (see also James Patterson's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacPig
GenerationBaby Boomer Generation
Known ForBest-selling thriller and suspense novels, particularly the Alex Cross, Michael Bennett, and Women's Murder Club series.

Intro

James Patterson is a prolific American author best known for his thriller and suspense novels, including the Alex Cross, Michael Bennett, and Women's Murder Club series. Patterson holds the record for the most number-one New York Times bestsellers and is recognized for his collaborative writing style and significant contributions to children's literature.

Early Life & Background

James Patterson was born in Newburgh, New York. He attended Manhattan College and later earned a master's degree in English from Vanderbilt University. Before becoming a full-time writer, Patterson worked in advertising and eventually became the CEO of J. Walter Thompson's North American company.

Career Highlights

  • Published his first novel, 'The Thomas Berryman Number,' in 1976, which won the Edgar Award for Best First Novel.
  • Author of best-selling series such as Alex Cross, Women's Murder Club, and Michael Bennett.
  • Holds the record for the most New York Times bestsellers by a single author.
  • Has sold over 400 million copies of his books internationally.
  • Noted for extensive collaborations and promoting children's literacy, including through the Patterson Family Foundation.

Trivia

  • Patterson is one of the highest-paid authors in the world.
  • He has co-authored books with Bill Clinton, Dolly Parton, and other public figures.
  • He has donated millions of dollars to support reading and literacy programs.

FAQs

People also ask

How old is James Patterson?

James Patterson is 79 years old.

When was James Patterson born?

James Patterson was born the 22 March 1947.

Where is James Patterson from?

Newburgh, New York, USA.

On His Birth-Day

About March 22nd, 1947, in brief:

  • Historical events: On March 22, 1947, President Harry S. Truman signed Executive Order 9835, which established a loyalty program for federal employees. This order aimed to ensure that government workers were not affiliated with any subversive organizations, reflecting the heightened fears of communism during the early Cold War period.
  • Day of the week: March 22nd, 1947 was a Saturday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: That's My Desire by Frankie Laine
  • Popular movie: The Fugitive directed by John Ford

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Patterson
  2. https://www.britannica.com/biography/James-Patterson
  3. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0666391/
  4. https://www.jamespatterson.com/