Ken Follett is a British professional best known for playing Author for the book Eye of the Needle.
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Best Known For:The book Eye of the Needle
Breakthrough:Published the best-selling thriller novel Eye of the Needle in 1978
10 Quick Facts About Ken Follett
- Full Name: Ken Follett
- Nationality: British
- Known For: The book Eye of the Needle
- Date of Birth: June 5, 1949
- Age: 77 years old
- Place of Birth: Cardiff, Wales
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Barbara Follett
- Specialization: Author / Writer
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M
Ken Follett Age
Ken Follett is about 77 years old as of 2026. Ken Follett was born in 1949.
Education
He attended University College London, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Philosophy.
- University College London
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Field of Study: Philosophy
- Period: 1967-1970
Career & Work
Ken Follett's career includes news and reporting roles with Everest Books and South Wales Echo.
Organization: Everest Books
Role: Deputy Managing Director
Period: 1974–1977
Details: London
Organization: South Wales Echo
Role: Trainee Reporter
Period: 1970
Details: Cardiff
Organization: Evening News
Role: Reporter
Details: London
Rise to Fame
Ken Follett rose to prominence for his role for the book Eye of the Needle.
Notable Works
Notable works include Eye of the Needle, The Pillars of the Earth, and World Without End.
- Book: Eye of the Needle (Author, 1978) — Breakthrough thriller novel
- Book: The Pillars of the Earth (Author, 1989) — Acclaimed historical novel
- Book: World Without End (Author, 2007)
Awards & Achievements
- Edgar Award for Best Novel — Mystery Writers of America — Eye of the Needle
Ken Follett Family & Relationships
Ken Follett is married to Barbara Follett. He has 2 children, Emanuele Follett and Marie-Claire Follett.
- Father: Martin Follett
- Mother: Lavinia Follett
- Children:
- Emanuele Follett
- Marie-Claire Follett
Lesser Known Facts
- Before becoming a best-selling novelist, he worked as a newspaper journalist in Cardiff and London.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Ken Follett
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Famous Person
- Nationality: British
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: June 5, 1949
- Age: 77
- Birthday: June 5
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini
- Place of Birth: Cardiff, Wales
Measurements
- Hair Color: Gray
Family & Relationships
- Father: Martin Follett
- Mother: Lavinia Follett
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Barbara Follett
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Business
Related Biographies
- Barbara Follett (Spouse)
- Martin Follett (Parent)
- Lavinia Follett (Parent)
- Emanuele Follett (Child)
- Marie-Claire Follett (Child)
Online Presence
- Website:https://ken-follett.com
