Biography
JK Rowling, born Joanne Kathleen Rowling, born July 31, 1965, is a British author and philanthropist famous for creating the “Harry Potter” series, one of the best-selling book series. history, with more than 500 million copies sold worldwide.
Born in Yate, England, Rowling came up with the idea of Harry Potter on a delayed train from Manchester to London in 1990. Before she became famous, she faced financial difficulties as a single mother while working on her manuscripts.
The first book, “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone,” was published in 1997 and quickly became a global phenomenon, captivating readers for generations. The series’ success expanded to movies, video games, and even theme parks. In addition to her work, Harry PotterRowling wrote “Cormoran’s attack” detective novels under the pen name Robert Galbraith, as well as titles like “Regular vacancies” And “Ickabog.”
In addition to her literary achievements, Rowling is also recognized for her significant philanthropic efforts, especially in supporting causes related to poverty and multiple sclerosis. However, her public comments on transgender issues caused controversy and sparked widespread debate.
British author
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| Real name: | Joanne Kathleen Rowling |
| Stage name: | JK Rowling |
| Born: | July 31, 1965 (age 59) |
| Place of birth: | Yate, UK |
| Nationality: | British |
| Education: | St Michael’s Primary School, Wyedean Comprehensive School, University of Exeter |
| Height: | 1.65 m |
| Parents: | Anne Volant Rowling, Peter Rowling |
| Siblings: | Dianne Rowling |
| Couple: | Neil Murray (m. 2001), Jorge Arantes (m. 1992–1993) |
| Boyfriend • Partner: | not applicable |
| Children: | Jessica Isabel Rowling Arantes, Mackenzie Jean Rowling Murray, David Gordon Rowling Murray |
| Job: | Author • Philanthropist |
| Net worth: | 1 billion USD (USD) |
Early Life & Education
JK Rowling was born on 31 July 1965 in Yates, England and moved to Tutshill, near Chepstow, Wales, in her early years. She identifies as having Scottish and English heritage and describes herself as a Christian, although with a broader spiritual outlook than strict adherence to conventional religious practices.
Rowling’s parents are Peter James Rowling, who worked as an aircraft engineer and later worked at an automobile factory, and Anne Volant Rowling, a science technician. She has a younger sister, Dianne Rowling, with whom she has a close relationship.
Rowling attended St Michael’s Primary School for her studies before moving on Wyedean Comprehensive School. She then attended the session University of Exeterwhere she studied French and classical literature, and it was here that the first spark of her career was born Harry Potter The series came to her, although the full concept was developed much later.
Career
JK Rowling’s career flourished thanks to the creation of the book “Harry Potter” series. While working at Amnesty Internationalshe came up with the idea for Harry Potter on a delayed train in 1990. Despite financial challenges and raising her first child, she wrote the original manuscript, often working in coffee shops.
Her debut novel, “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone,” published in 1997, marked the beginning of a seven-book saga that ended with “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows” in 2007. The series became a global cultural phenomenon, revolutionizing children’s literature and inspiring a series of successful films.
Afterward Harry PotterRowling explores adult fiction with “Regular vacancies” in 2012 and later authored the book “Cormoran’s attack” detective series under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith, starting with “The call of the cuckoo bird” in 2013. The series blends mystery with social criticism.
In 2020, she released “Ickabog”, a fairy tale originally published online for free during the COVID-19 pandemic. Rowling also co-wrote the script for “Magical monsters and where to find them,” expanding the Harry Potter universe to films set in the 1920s and 30s. Additionally, she contributed to the play “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child,” premiered in 2016 and focuses on Harry’s son, Albus.
Rowling has further expanded the Wizarding World through platforms such as Pottermore (now WizardingWorld.com) and is deeply involved in philanthropy, especially fighting poverty and multiple sclerosis.
Social Media
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Personal life
JK Rowling has been married twice. Her first marriage was to Jorge Arantes, a Portuguese journalist whom she married in 1992, and they had a daughter named Jessica Isabel Rowling Arantes, born in 1993. This marriage ended in The divorce occurred in 1994 following family problems. Rowling then moved to Edinburgh with Jessica.
JK Rowling married Neil Murray, a Scottish doctor, in 2001 and they have two children together, Mackenzie Jean Rowling Murray and David Gordon Rowling Murray. Rowling’s marriage and family life remain somewhat private, although she occasionally shares insights into her stable relationship with Murray.
Net worth
JK Rowling’s net worth is estimated to be around $1 billion, making her the richest author in the world as of 2024. Most of her wealth comes from the huge success of her book “Harry Potter”, has sold more than 600 million copies and been translated into 84 languages, creating a huge media empire.
This includes a series of blockbuster films, diverse merchandise, and theme parks, all of which have significantly strengthened her financial position. Besides “Harry Potter,” Rowling’s ventures, such as “Awesome beast”The series and her works under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith, further contributed to her fortune.
