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Harlan Ellison

Harlan Ellison Net Worth

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Harlan Ellison's net worth is currently estimated at $1M in 2026.

Net Worth Over Time

$0M$0.2M$0.4M$0.6000000000000001M$0.8M$1M1955197019801990200020102026

Net Worth Timeline

1955$0.01MF

Early Pulp Magazine Sales

Ellison begins selling stories to pulp magazines, gaining initial recognition but little financial reward.

1967$0.05M+400%D

'Harlequin' Story Published

The publication of ''Repent, Harlequin!' Said the Ticktockman' earns him a Hugo Award and boosts his profile.

1969$0.1M+100%D

'I Have No Mouth' Story

The Publication of ''I Have No Mouth, and I Must Scream'' continues to establish Ellison as a prominent voice.

1975$0.3M+200%C

Television Work Flourishes

Continued television writing (Star Trek, Twilight Zone) brings steady income and recognition.

1990$0.7M+133%C

Controversies and Legal Battles

Ellison's outspoken nature leads to several controversies and legal disputes, affecting his public image.

2000$0.9M+29%C

Later Career Anthology Success

Anthologies of his work continue to sell, but Ellison's health declines.

2018$1M+11%C

Death and Legacy

Ellison passes away, leaving behind a complex legacy as a groundbreaking but controversial figure in science fiction.

2026$1MC

Enduring Literary Influence

His stories continue to be read and anthologized, securing Ellison's place as an influential writer, though his peak fame has passed.

Last updated: February 21, 2026