Young Adult Author

J.K. Rowling

J.K. Rowling is a highly acclaimed English novelist, best known as the author of the beloved Harry Potter book series. She has also written many other novels for both young adults and adults.

J.K. Rowling
Full Name
Joanne Kathleen Rowling
Age
59
Birth Date
July 31, 1965
Zodiac
Leo
Born
England
Height
5' 4"

About

J.K. Rowling is an English novelist best known for the Harry Potter fantasy series. The series itself has sold more than 500 million copies and been made into a highly successful series of films, becoming one of the most beloved franchises in the world. Rowling is credited with reviving worldwide interest in fantasy fiction.

J.K. Rowling Timeline

1965
J.K. Rowling is Born
Joanne Rowling, known by her pen name J.K. Rowling, was born on July 31, 1965 in Yate, England.
1990
Conception of Harry Potter
The idea of Harry Potter reportedly came to Rowling on a delayed train from Manchester to London in 1990.
1997
Publication of 'Philosopher's Stone'
"Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" was first published in the UK in 1997.
2001
First Harry Potter Film Release
The first Harry Potter film, "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone," premiered in 2001.
2007
Final Harry Potter Book Published
The seventh and final book, "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows," was published in 2007.
2012
Launch of Pottermore
Rowling launched Pottermore, a digital platform for the Harry Potter series, in 2012.
2015
Publication of "The Cursed Child"
"Harry Potter and the Cursed Child," a stage play based on an original story co-written by Rowling, was published in 2015.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is J.K. Rowling birthday?

J.K. Rowling is an English author of young adult fiction who was born on July 31, 1965 and is currently 58 years old. She is best known for writing the highly successful Harry Potter book series and its film adaptations, which have been enjoyed all over the world.

What is the Net Worth of J.K. Rowling?

J.K. Rowling has an estimated net worth of $1B. She is best known for her Harry Potter series which has become world famous with multiple book releases, movies, and other spin-offs of the franchise. Her wealth comes from her successful writing career, earnings from the Harry Potter movies, book sales, and other business endeavors.