Melvin Dixon Net Worth

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He was a professor of English at Rutgers University and was a recipient of the American Book Award. He passed away in 1992 at the age of 42. Melvin Dixon was an American professor, author, poet, and translator who had a net worth of $4 million. Born in 1950, he was known for his novels such as Vanishing Rooms and Trouble the Water which discussed the lives of gay, African-American men. He was a professor of English at Rutgers University and was a recipient of the American Book Award. Sadly, he passed away in 1992 at the age of 42.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day	May 29, 1950
Birth Place	Connecticut
Age	73 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign	Gemini

💰 Net worth: $4 million (2024)

Melvin Dixon, an acclaimed poet from Connecticut, is estimated to have a net worth of $4 million by 2024. Known for his exceptional talent and literary contributions, Dixon has made a significant impact in the world of poetry. His captivating verses and remarkable storytelling abilities have earned him a dedicated following and critical acclaim. With his net worth steadily increasing, Dixon continues to inspire and touch the lives of many through his profound words and artistic expression.

About

An American professor, author, poet, and translator, he is known for novels such as Vanishing Rooms and Trouble the Water. Many of his works discuss the lives of gay, African-American men.

Before Fame

He earned a BA from Wesleyan University and a Ph.D. from Brown University.

Trivia

His novel, Trouble the Water, won the Charles H. and N. Mildred Nilon Excellence in Minority Fiction Award.

Family Life

He died in his forties from complications of AIDS, after having spent many years with his partner, Richard Horovitz.

Associated With

He taught at Queens College, where Stephen Fry once studied literature.

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