Shel Silverstein Net Worth

August 2024 · 1 minute read
Shel Silverstein was a renowned American poet, songwriter, and author born in Chicago, IL on September 25, 1930. He is best known for his children's books, such as Where the Sidewalk Ends, and for writing the song "A Boy Named Sue", which was popularized by Johnny Cash.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

💰 Net worth: $18 Million

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About

Known as Uncle Shelby for his children's books, such as Where the Sidewalk Ends. He wrote A Boy Named Sue, which Johnny Cash popularized.

Before Fame

He had to leave the University of Illinois because of a bad academic record.

Trivia

His comedy songs gained a huge following courtesy of Dr. Demento's radio show.

Family Life

He had a daughter named Shoshanna with Susan Hastings and a son named Matthew with Sarah Spencer.

Associated With

He wrote children's poems for the magazine Playboy created by Hugh Hefner.

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