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Jeannette Walls Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Last Updated on April 6, 2026: By Josphat Gachie

Best Known For:The book The Glass Castle
Breakthrough:Published her best-selling memoir The Glass Castle about her nomadic childhood in 2005

10 Quick Facts About Jeannette Walls

  • Full Name: Jeannette Walls
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Famous Person
  • Known For: the book The Glass Castle
  • Current Role: Author
  • Age: 66 years old
  • Date of Birth: April 21, 1960
  • Place of Birth: Phoenix, Arizona
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: John Taylor
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Jeannette Walls Age

Jeannette Walls is about 66 years old as of 2026. Jeannette Walls was born in 1960.

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Jeannette Walls Height

Jeannette Walls stands at a height of 6 feet 1 inches. This is approximately 185 cm.

Education

She attended Barnard College, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA).

  • Barnard College
    • Qualification: Bachelor of Arts (BA)
    • Period: 1984

Career & Work

Jeannette Walls' career includes writing and editorial roles with MSNBC.com.

Organization: MSNBC.com
Role: Columnist
Period: 1998–2007

Rise to Fame

Jeannette Walls rose to prominence for her role for the book The Glass Castle.

Notable Works

Notable works include The Glass Castle and Half Broke Horses.

Book

  • Book: The Glass Castle (Author, 2005) — Memoir
  • Book: Half Broke Horses (Author, 2009)

Jeannette Walls Net Worth

Jeannette Walls's net worth is estimated to be between 2000000. This includes assets, earnings, and accumulated income, with the primary source of income being their career as a public figure.

Jeannette Walls Family & Relationships

Jeannette Walls is married to John Taylor. She has 3 siblings, including Lori Walls and Brian Walls.

  • Father: Rex Walls
  • Mother: Rose Mary Walls
  • Siblings:
    • Lori Walls
    • Brian Walls
    • Maureen Walls

Personal Information

  • Full Name: Jeannette Walls
  • Gender: Female
  • Occupation: Famous Person
  • Nationality: American
  • Living Status: Alive
  • Ethnicity: White

Birth & Background

  • Date of Birth: April 21, 1960
  • Age: 66
  • Birthday: April 21
  • Zodiac Sign: Taurus
  • Place of Birth: Phoenix, Arizona

Measurements

  • Height: 6 ft 1 in
  • Eye Color: Brown
  • Hair Color: Blonde

Family & Relationships

  • Father: Rex Walls
  • Mother: Rose Mary Walls
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: John Taylor

Net Worth & Income

  • Salary: $45K – $188K (Est)
  • Net Worth: $375K – $3.8M
  • Source of Income: Business

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