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John Grisham — Age & Birthday

Born: 8 February 1955 · Age: 71

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John Grisham is 71 years old as of October 2026. He was born on 8 February 1955.

Author of popular legal thrillers such as The Firm

Did you know?He served as a representative in the Mississippi state legislature while working as a criminal defence lawyer before his writing career took off.

John Ray Grisham Jr. ( GRISH-əm; born February 8, 1955) is an American writer, lawyer, and former politician, known for his best-selling legal thrillers.

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Age: 71
Status: Living

Born: February 8, 1955 · Jonesboro, United States
Nationality: American
Known for: Literature, Film, Politics

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Spouse: Renee Grisham

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