Date of Birth: February 24, 1971
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Biography
Gillian Flynn is an American author and screenwriter known for her gripping psychological thrillers. Born in Kansas City, Missouri, she developed a love for writing and storytelling at an early age. Flynn’s career began in journalism, and she worked as a television critic for Entertainment Weekly before transitioning to fiction writing. Her debut novel, “Sharp Objects,” was published in 2006 and received critical acclaim for its dark and twisted narrative. This was followed by “Dark Places” in 2009, which further established her reputation as a master of psychological suspense. However, it was her third novel, “Gone Girl,” published in 2012, that catapulted her to international fame. The novel was a commercial success, spending over 90 weeks on the New York Times Bestseller list, and was adapted into a successful film directed by David Fincher, for which Flynn wrote the screenplay. Flynn has continued to contribute to both literature and film, writing short stories such as “The Grownup” and working on various screenwriting projects. Her work often explores themes of identity, deception, and the complexities of human psychology, earning her numerous accolades and a devoted readership.
5 Interesting Facts about Gillian Flynn
1. Gillian Flynn worked for Entertainment Weekly for 10 years, where she was a television critic.
2. Her novel “Gone Girl” has sold over 15 million copies worldwide.
3. Flynn wrote the screenplay for the 2014 film adaptation of “Gone Girl,” which starred Ben Affleck and Rosamund Pike.
4. She has a Master of Fine Arts degree in Creative Writing from Northwestern University.
5. Flynn’s book “Sharp Objects” was adapted into an HBO miniseries starring Amy Adams.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Gillian Flynn
1. “The face you give the world tells the world how to treat you.”
2. “Love makes you want to be a better man. But maybe love, real love, also gives you permission to just be the man you are.”
3. “Friends see most of each other’s flaws. Spouses see every awful last bit.”
4. “Complicated women are leading the plot now. I think that’s a real breakthrough.”
5. “Everyone has a moment where life goes off the rails.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
$12 million
Children
Gillian Flynn has two children, a son named Flynn and a daughter named Veronica.
Relevant Links
1. [Gillian Flynn’s Official Website](http://gillian-flynn.com/
2. [Gillian Flynn on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2677198/
3. [Gillian Flynn’s Books on Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/2383.Gillian_Flynn
