Age, Biography and Wiki
Birth Day | September 19, 1972 |
Birth Place | Springfield, IL |
Age | 51 YEARS OLD |
Birth Sign | Virgo |
Net worth: $85 Million (2024)
Rebecca Skloot, a renowned non-fiction author hailing from Illinois, has amassed an impressive net worth estimated to be $85 million by 2024. Skloot made a profound impact on the literary world with her notable book, "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks." This critically acclaimed work, which explored the ethical and scientific implications surrounding the harvesting of cells from African American woman Henrietta Lacks without her consent, garnered international recognition. Skloot's success as an author is not only reflected in her substantial wealth but also through her contributions to scientific and social progress.
About
Author whose science writing has been featured in publications like Discover and The New York Times Magazine. Her 2010 book The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks was a #1 New York Times Bestseller was named the best book of the year by more than 60 media organizations.
Before Fame
She worked as a veterinary technician for more than a decade before becoming a science Writer.
Trivia
She was named One of Five Surprising Leaders of 2010 by the The Washington Post.
Family Life
Her father is acclaimed Writer Floyd Skoot. Her mother is professional knitter Betsy McCarthy.
Associated With
Her book The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks was picked up by HBO to be turned into a film produced by Oprah Winfrey.