Shel Silverstein Net Worth, spouse, young children, awards, movies

$20,000,000

Shel Silverstein, a famous American writer, humorist, cartoonist, and musician, had a net worth of $20 million at the time of his death. He was best known for his iconic children’s books such as ‘The Giving Tree’ and ‘Where the Sidewalk Ends’, as well as his satirical alphabet book ‘Uncle Shelby’s ABZ Book’.

Key facts:

Shel Silverstein was an American writer, humorist, cartoonist, songwriter, musician, and playwright.

He is best known as the author of popular children's books such as 'The Giving Tree' and 'Where the Sidewalk Ends'.

Silverstein also had a successful music career, writing hit songs for artists like Loretta Lynn, Johnny Cash, and Dr. Hook & the Medicine Show.

He penned a satirical alphabet book called 'Uncle Shelby's ABZ Book' and released several other poetry collections and children's books throughout his career.

In addition to his books and music, Silverstein was also a playwright, writing over 100 one-act plays during his career.

Basic Information About Shel Silverstein

Category	Celebrities › Authors
Professions	Writer, Poet, Screenwriter, Playwright, Cartoonist, Singer-songwriter
Net worth	$20,000,000
Date of birth	1930-09-25
Place of birth	Chicago
Date of death	1999-05-10 (aged 68)
Nationality	United States of America
Gender	Male
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