Date of Birth: May 21, 1916
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Date of Death: October 14, 1997
Biography
Harold Robbins was an American author renowned for his prolific work in the genre of popular fiction. Born as Harold Rubin on May 21, 1916, in New York City, Robbins went on to become one of the best-selling novelists of all time. He grew up in a Jewish family and spent much of his early life in a Catholic orphanage, which profoundly influenced his storytelling style. Robbins began his career in the literary world working as a clerk for Universal Pictures in Hollywood. His debut novel, “Never Love a Stranger” (1948), was a scandalous success, partly due to its explicit content. Over his career, Robbins wrote over 25 bestsellers, which have been translated into numerous languages, selling over 750 million copies worldwide. His works often focused on themes of power, sex, money, and violence, and they provided a gritty, realistic portrayal of the American dream. Some of his most famous novels include “The Carpetbaggers” (1961), “The Adventurers” (1966), and “The Betsy” (1971). Many of his books were adapted into films and television series, further cementing his reputation as a master storyteller. Harold Robbins passed away on October 14, 1997, in Palm Springs, California, leaving behind a legacy that continues to influence modern popular literature.
5 Interesting Facts about Harold Robbins
1. Harold Robbins was originally named Harold Rubin before changing his surname.
2. He was once reported to have said that he wrote his first novel, “Never Love a Stranger,” as a bet.
3. Robbins’ works have been translated into 42 languages.
4. Before becoming an author, he worked as a shipping clerk, a stock clerk, and a bookkeeper.
5. His novel “The Carpetbaggers” was loosely based on the life of Howard Hughes.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Harold Robbins
1. “I write to entertain. I always write to entertain. People don’t read my books to learn about life. They read them to escape.”
2. “The most important thing is to be true to yourself.”
3. “Success is not in what you have, but who you are.”
4. “When you turn the pages of my books, you will be reading about yourself.”
5. “I am a writer of human nature.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of his career, Harold Robbins’ net worth was estimated to be around $50 million.
Children
Harold Robbins had three children: 1. Andrew Robbins 2. Adreana Robbins 3. Caryn Robbins
Relevant Links
1. [Harold Robbins – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harold_Robbins
2. [Biography of Harold Robbins – IMDB](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0730728/bio
3. [Harold Robbins Official Website](http://www.haroldrobbins.com
4. [Harold Robbins on Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/3775.Harold_Robbins
5. [Harold Robbins’ Books – Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/Harold-Robbins/e/B000APZLZ2
