Judith Krantz - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 09, 1928 |
|---|---|
| Age | 98 |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Judith Krantz's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Writing bestselling romance novels such as 'Scruples', 'Princess Daisy', and 'I'll Take Manhattan'. |
Intro
Judith Krantz was a bestselling American novelist, best known for her romance novels that combine glamorous settings, strong female protagonists, and bold themes. Her works were particularly influential in the late 20th century, and several were adapted into popular television miniseries.
Early Life & Background
Judith Krantz was born in New York City on January 9, 1928. She attended Wellesley College, graduating in 1948, and began her career as a magazine journalist and fashion editor before turning to fiction writing in her late forties.
Career Highlights
- Debut novel 'Scruples' (1978) reached #1 on The New York Times Best Seller list.
- 'Princess Daisy' (1980) became one of the best-selling novels of the 1980s.
- Several novels, including 'Scruples' and 'Princess Daisy', were adapted into successful television miniseries.
- Sold over 80 million copies of her books worldwide.
Trivia
- She did not begin her fiction writing career until the age of 50.
- Her novels are credited with helping to popularize the 'glamour' subgenre of romance fiction.
- Judith Krantz was married to film and television producer Steve Krantz.
FAQs
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Judith Krantz is 98 years old.
Judith Krantz was born the 9 January 1928.
New York City, New York, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About January 9th, 1928, in brief:
- Historical events: The Rome City Council adopted new heraldic symbols on January 9, 1928, as part of a rebranding initiative.
- Day of the week: January 9th, 1928 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Four Sons directed by John Ford
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