Joseph Hansen was an American novelist and poet who had a net worth of $3.3 million. Born in 1923, he is best known for his crime novel series featuring the openly gay private eye, Dave Brandstetter. He also wrote two gothic novels under the pen name of Rose Brock.
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💰 Net worth: $3.3 million (2024)
Joseph Hansen is a highly successful novelist hailing from South Dakota, recognized not only for his exceptional storytelling abilities but also for his impressive net worth. In 2024, Joseph's net worth is estimated to reach a staggering $3.3 million. Through his literary creations, he has captivated readers worldwide, sharing his unique perspective and touching their hearts with his compelling narratives. Joseph's financial success reflects the immense popularity and acclaim he has garnered throughout his writing career, solidifying his status as a highly esteemed and prosperous novelist.
About
An American fiction writer and poet, he is best known for his crime novel series featuring the openly gay private eye, Dave Brandstetter. Under the pen name of Rose Brock, he also wrote a duo of gothic novels.
Before Fame
He published his first poem in The New Yorker in 1952. Two decades later, he published his first Dave Brandstetter novel, Fadeout.
Trivia
He sometimes wrote under the pseudonym of James Colton (alt.: James Coulton).
Family Life
He was gay and had several long-term male lovers while he was married to his lesbian wife, Jane Bancroft. In 1943, he and Bancroft had one daughter together.
Associated With
He and Dorothy Parker both contributed to The New Yorker.
