Date of Birth: December 29, 1960
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Biography
Dave Pelzer is an American author known for his memoirs of child abuse and survival. Born in Daly City, California, Pelzer’s disturbing yet inspiring life story has touched millions worldwide. His most famous work, “A Child Called ‘It’,” recounts the abuse he endured from his alcoholic mother and his eventual rescue and placement in foster care. The book became a bestseller and was followed by sequels that continued his story of overcoming adversity. Pelzer has dedicated his life to helping others who have faced similar challenges and is a prominent advocate for child abuse prevention.
5 Interesting Facts about Dave Pelzer
1. Dave Pelzer was one of the three most severely abused children in California’s history, as stated by his caseworkers.
2. His book “A Child Called ‘It’” remained on the New York Times Bestseller List for over six years.
3. Pelzer was a recipient of the Jefferson Awards for Public Service for his dedication to public service and helping children.
4. He has been a guest on numerous television shows, including “The Oprah Winfrey Show” and “Larry King Live.”
5. Dave Pelzer served in the U.S. Air Force and was awarded the J.C. Penney Golden Rule Award, making him the only U.S. serviceman to receive the honor while serving.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Dave Pelzer
1. “You can be a victim or you can be a survivor—it’s up to you.”
2. “Childhood should be carefree, playing in the sun; not living a nightmare in the darkness of the soul.”
3. “Hate is a cancer that spreads one cell at a time.”
4. “No matter what our background, or our circumstances, we all have the ability to be resilient.”
5. “Life is a journey, and we all have a story to tell.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Dave Pelzer’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $1.5 million.
Children
Dave Pelzer has one son, Stephen Pelzer, who has also been involved in advocating for child abuse prevention.
Relevant Links
1. [Dave Pelzer’s Official Website](http://www.davepelzer.com/
2. [A Child Called ‘It’ on Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60748.A_Child_Called_It_
3. [Dave Pelzer on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dave_Pelzer
5. [Dave Pelzer’s Books on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/Dave-Pelzer/e/B001H6NDY6
