Scott Adams - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 08, 1957 |
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| Died | September 16, 2013 (age 56) |
| Birthplace | Windham, New York, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini - (see also Scott Adams's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Creator of the Dilbert comic strip |
Intro
Scott Adams is an American author, cartoonist, and creator of the widely syndicated comic strip Dilbert, which satirizes the workplace and corporate culture. His work has earned him global recognition, particularly in the fields of humor and contemporary workplace commentary.
Early Life & Background
Scott Adams was born in Windham, New York, in 1957. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in economics from Hartwick College in 1979 and later received an MBA from the University of California, Berkeley, in 1986. Adams held various office jobs at major corporations, experiences that would directly inform the satirical content of Dilbert.
Career Highlights
- Creation of the Dilbert comic strip in 1989, which achieved global syndication and critical acclaim.
- Authored multiple best-selling books, including 'The Dilbert Principle'.
- Recipient of awards such as the National Cartoonists Society's Reuben Award in 1997 for Outstanding Cartoonist of the Year.
Trivia
- Before his cartooning career, Adams worked in several white-collar roles, including at Pacific Bell.
- He frequently references his corporate experiences in his comic strips.
FAQs
People also ask
Scott Adams was born the 8 June 1957.
Windham, New York, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About June 8th, 1957, in brief:
- Historical events: Scott Adams, the creator of the 'Dilbert' comic strip, was born on June 8, 1957. 'Dilbert' is a satirical comic strip that humorously critiques corporate culture and office life.
- Day of the week: June 8th, 1957 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: All Shook Up by Elvis Presley
- #1 UK song: Yes Tonight Josephine by Johnnie Ray
- Popular movie: Old Yeller directed by Robert Stevenson
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