Eric Powell is an American editor and the husband of the late Julie Powell, a famous author and blogger who passed away in 2022.
He is best known for his work at Archeology magazine, which covers topics such as ancient civilizations, discoveries, and artifacts.
He also appeared in the 2009 film adaptation of the book Julie, Julie & Julia, where actor Chris Messina played him.
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- Full name: Eric Powell
- Date of birth: Not applicable
- Age: Not applicable
- male
- Place of birth: Texas, USA
- Nationality: American
- Occupation: Editor
- Height: Not applicable
- Parents: Not applicable
- Siblings: Not applicable
- Spouse: Julie Powell (m. 1998 – m. 2022)
- Children: Not applicable
- Relationship status: Widowed
- Net worth: $550K
Early life and education
Eric Powell was born in Texas and met Julie in a high school play. They married in 1998 and moved to New York City.
He graduated from an unspecified university with an unspecified degree. He became deeply interested in archeology and history and pursued a career as an editor for the journal Archeology.
Personal life
Eric Powell is married to Julie Powell, a writer and blogger who is famous for her project to cook all the recipes in Julia Child’s Mastering the Art of French Cooking, which she documented on her blog and later in her book Julie and Julia: 365 Days. , 524 Recipes, 1 small apartment kitchen.
He supports Julie’s project and tastes her dishes, sometimes giving constructive feedback. He also appeared in the film adaptation of the book Julie, Julie & Julia, where Chris Messina played him.
Eric and Julie have no children. They lived in a small apartment in Long Island City, Queens, and later moved to a house in Olivebridge, New York.
Eric announced Julie passed away on October 26, 2022 due to cardiac arrest after she recovered from Covid-19. He said she was “the love of my life” and “a brilliant writer and a wonderful person”.
Career
Eric Powell is the editor of the journal Archeology published by the Archaeological Institute of America.
He has worked there since at least 2009 and has edited and written articles on a variety of topics related to archeology, such as ancient cultures, historical sites, and discoveries. .
He also interviewed experts and researchers in the field and traveled to various countries to explore archaeological evidence.
Some of his notable writings include:
- “The Hidden Worlds of the Maya” (March/April 2010) explores underground caves and tombs sacred to the Mayan civilization.
- “The Great Wall of China” (July/August 2010), examines the history and construction of the world’s longest man-made structure.
- “The Search for Nefertiti” (November/December 2015), investigates the location and possible identity of the famous Egyptian queen.
- “Vikings in Ireland” (January/February 2017), reveals the impact and legacy of Norse invaders and settlers in Ireland.
- “The Mystery of the Nazca Lines” (May/June 2018), analyzes the meaning and purpose of the giant geoglyphs in the Peruvian desert.
Net value
According to some sources, Eric Powell has an estimated net worth of $550 thousand. He earns an annual salary of $90k to $95k from Archeology Magazine.
His net worth has likely also increased thanks to royalties and income from Julie’s book and movie, both bestsellers and box office receipts.
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