| Birth Day | November 24, 1916 |
| Birth Place | Los Angeles, CA |
| Age | 104 YEARS OLD |
| Died On | Dec 4, 2008 (age 92) |
| Birth Sign | Sagittarius |
Forrest J Ackerman, born on November 24, 1916, in Los Angeles, CA, was an iconic figure in the world of science fiction as both a fan and collector. Renowned for his vast collection of memorabilia, including books, artwork, and movie props, Ackerman played an instrumental role in popularizing the genre. Even after his passing in 2008, his legacy lives on. As of 2024, his net worth is estimated to be $1.5 million, a testament to his profound impact and dedication to the science fiction community.
A science fiction fan and sci-fi memorabilia collector, he helped popularize the works of such now-legendary Writers as
He read his first science fiction story at the age of ten. Later, he briefly studied at the University of California-Berkeley before taking a job as a movie projectionist.
He started a science fiction book club in Los Angeles. A young
He was born in Los Angeles, California. He was married to Wendy Wahrman until her death in 1990.
He encouraged the science fiction writing career of L. Ron Hubbard.
