Date of Birth: September 20, 1948
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Biography
George Raymond Richard Martin, commonly known as George R. R. Martin, is an American novelist and short-story writer in the fantasy, horror, and science fiction genres, as well as a television producer and screenwriter. He was born on September 20, 1948, in Bayonne, New Jersey, USA. Martin is best known for his series of epic fantasy novels, “A Song of Ice and Fire,” which was later adapted into the immensely popular HBO television series “Game of Thrones.” Martin began his writing career in the early 1970s, initially focusing on science fiction short stories. He earned recognition in the science fiction community with his novel “Dying of the Light” (1977), and his work on television includes writing for the 1980s revival of “The Twilight Zone” and “Beauty and the Beast.” Martin’s “A Song of Ice and Fire” series, which began with the publication of “A Game of Thrones” in 1996, has become a significant cultural phenomenon. The series is known for its complex characters, intricate political plots, and willingness to kill off major characters, contributing to its wide acclaim and dedicated fan base. In addition to his writing, Martin has been heavily involved in the adaptation of his books for television and has served as an executive producer on “Game of Thrones.” He continues to work on the remaining books in the “A Song of Ice and Fire” series, with fans eagerly anticipating their release.
5 Interesting Facts about George R. R. Martin
1. George R. R. Martin originally wanted to be a comic book writer and was inspired by the superhero comics of the 1950s and 1960s.
2. He is a huge fan of the NFL’s New York Jets and has been known to attend games and follow the team closely.
3. Martin originally wrote “A Song of Ice and Fire” as a trilogy, but the story expanded and is now planned as a seven-book series.
4. He owns and operates the independent movie theater, the Jean Cocteau Cinema, in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
5. Martin has been referred to as “the American Tolkien” due to his impact on the fantasy genre.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from George R. R. Martin
1. “A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies, said Jojen. The man who never reads lives only one.”
2. “When you play the game of thrones, you win or you die. There is no middle ground.”
3. “The things we love destroy us every time, lad. Remember that.”
4. “Winter is coming.”
5. “There is no creature on earth half so terrifying as a truly just man.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
George R. R. Martin’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $120 million.
Children
George R. R. Martin does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [George R. R. Martin’s Official Website](http://www.georgerrmartin.com/
2. [George R. R. Martin on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0552333/
4. [George R. R. Martin’s Amazon Author Page](https://www.amazon.com/George-R-R-Martin/e/B000APIGH4
