Date of Birth: November 25, 1944
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Biography
Ben Stein, born Benjamin Jeremy Stein, is an American actor, writer, lawyer, and commentator on political and economic issues. He was born on November 25, 1944, in Washington, D.C. Stein is perhaps best known for his role as the monotone economics teacher in the 1986 film “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.” However, his career spans various fields, including law, politics, and entertainment. Stein graduated from Columbia University in 1966 with a degree in economics and later earned his law degree from Yale Law School in 1970. He began his career as a poverty lawyer before transitioning to work as a speechwriter for U.S. Presidents Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford. In addition to his work in politics, Stein has had a prolific career in television and film. He hosted the game show “Win Ben Stein’s Money,” which won multiple Emmy Awards, and appeared in numerous commercials and films. Stein is also a prolific writer, having authored several books on finance, ethics, and social commentary. Stein has balanced his diverse career with a commitment to education, teaching courses on law and economics at American University, the University of California, Santa Cruz, and Pepperdine University.
5 Interesting Facts about Ben Stein
1. Ben Stein’s father, Herbert Stein, was a noted economist who served as the Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers under Presidents Nixon and Ford.
2. Stein has been a staunch advocate for free-market economics and has written extensively on the subject.
3. He has appeared in over 30 films and numerous television shows, often playing roles that capitalize on his distinctive monotone voice.
4. Stein is a vocal critic of certain scientific theories, particularly Darwinian evolution, and has produced documentaries on the subject.
5. He is also known for his work in advertising, having appeared in commercials for brands like Clear Eyes and Visine.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Ben Stein
1. “The indispensable first step to getting the things you want out of life is this: decide what you want.”
2. “Personal relationships are the fertile soil from which all advancement, all success, all achievement in real life grows.”
3. “Faith is not believing that God can. It is knowing that God will.”
4. “I came to the realization that I didn’t want to be a politician. I wanted to be a writer.”
5. “Nothing happens by itself… it all will come your way, once you understand that you have to make it come your way, by your own exertions.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Ben Stein’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $20 million.
Children
Ben Stein has one child, a son named Tommy Stein.
Relevant Links
1. [Ben Stein IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0825401/
2. [Ben Stein’s Official Website](http://www.benstein.com/
3. [Ben Stein on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ben_Stein
4. [Ben Stein’s Books on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/Ben-Stein/e/B001ITXFCI
5. [Ben Stein’s Financial Articles](https://www.benstein.com/financial-articles.html
