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Alice Walker

Alice Walker

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Film
Birthday
February 9, 1944
Age
82
Height
0'0" (0 cm)
Net Worth
$3M
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About

Alice Walker is an American novelist, short story writer, poet, and social activist. She is a celebrated author known for her poignant exploration of race, gender, and identity, particularly within the African-American community. In 1982, Walker became the first African-American woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction for her novel 'The Color Purple.' Over her career, she has published numerous novels, short story collections, non-fiction works, and poetry collections.

Career Timeline

1970C$0.01M

First novel published

Walker's first novel, *The Third Life of Grange Copeland*, is published, beginning her literary career.

1982A▲▲$0.5M+$0.49M

'The Color Purple' Success

Walker wins the Pulitzer Prize for *The Color Purple*, achieving widespread recognition and financial success.

1985A$1M+$0.5M

The Color Purple film

The film adaptation of *The Color Purple* is released to critical and commercial success, increasing her recognition.

1992B$1.5M+$0.5M

Critical essays released

Walker releases critical essays exploring themes of race, gender, and social justice.

2005B$2M+$0.5M

Children's Book Publication

Walker diversifies her work with children's books.

2026B$3M+$1M

Continued Literary Influence

Walker remains a respected author and activist, though her recent work has received less mainstream attention. Continues to influence literary and social discourse.

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